Preparing Your Furnace or Boiler for the Winter Season

As the cold winter months approach, many are relieved to get a break from the heat. However, for your furnace or boiler, things are about to warm up.

Your unit has had a break for several months, and it's in your best interest to give it a little attention before the temperatures plummet to avoid problems during the season.

Clean the Ducts

If your furnace or boiler hasn't been used for some time, it's likely that dust and allergens have had the chance to build up.

As a result, when you turn on your unit, these particles will be dispersed throughout the home.

Not only will this show up on your furniture, but it can also make breathing difficult. The professionals have state-of-the-art technology to get deep into your vents and clean them properly.

Adjust Thermostat

If you don't already have one, a programmable thermostat is a great piece of technology that can help you both lower your monthly bill and your carbon footprint.

You can set them to lower the heat when you're out of the house, while you sleep, or any other time when you can afford a lower temperature.

The Consumer Energy Center has reported that the use of this technology can save you as much as 75 percent on your heating bill. Contact an HVAC technician for help getting everything initially set up.

Don't Forget the Filters

Your filters are crucial in ensuring proper air quality throughout your home, and it can be easy to neglect changing them. Before you kick off the cold season, you should change your filter.

Thanks to ongoing innovations, there are new filters on the market that can further increase the quality of your air such as HEPA and electrostatic filters. They are specially designed to increase energy efficiency in your home, and your HVAC technician can help you select one compatible with your unit.

Best Way to Ensure Continual Warmth

Few things are worse than losing your heat in the middle of winter, but it happens all the time. Just as your car needs regular maintenance, your furnace or boiler are no different.

It's a good idea to have a professional HVAC technician take a look at the unit weeks in advance of the approach of colder temperatures. They can detect minor problems before they exacerbate and make any adjustments necessary to best offer you continual warmth all season long.

Ensure that your furnace is in working order before the winter frost! Call Atlantic Heating & Air at (617) 566-6990 now to winterize your Boston, MA home early.