Time to Turn the Heat On

Its beginning to feel a lot like Autumn. With the weather dropping in the lower digits, most people are beginning to turn on the heat.

Here are some basic tips and solutions to keep your Heat System and Home happy.

Problem: There is no heat

• Check for blown fuses or a tripped circuit breaker
• Replace the drive belt
• Call a qualified professional

Problem: Your rooms aren't warm enough

• Replace the filter
• Clean the registers; remove obstructions blocking register
• Seal the leaking ducts with duct tape
• Call a qualified professional

Problem: Soot collects in your house

• Replace the filter
• Call a qualified professional

Problem: The blower makes unusual noise when the burner is off

• Tighten the setscrews of the pulley
• Replace blower mounts
• Replace the drive belt
• Adjust the belt tension
• Call a qualified professional

Routine Maintence Tips:

• Replace the filter every month
• Smell around the appliance for gas odors
• Visually inspect the exhaust vents for rust, damage, or deterioration
• Have annual system maintenance service performed one month before heating season begins