Furnace Tips for the Holidays

The holidays are usually happy times, but they come with responsibilities. Planning for parties and other events can keep your mind spinning. No matter how busy holiday shopping and cooking become, however, you should stay focused on maintaining a comfortable and safe home. Think about some "holiday prep steps" for running a furnace during the festive season.

Perform Fire Safety Checks

Protect your safety and that of your guests by cutting down on the chances of a fire. Are there flammable materials near the furnace? Perhaps it is long past due to move them away from the hazard area. Perform a thorough inspection around the heater for flammable items. While you're at it, clear away any unnecessary clutter. Getting things in order should be a priority.

Time for a New Filter

Putting in a new filter doesn't require a lot of effort. However, this basic maintenance step is commonly overlooked. Beware: the consequences of not changing the screen can be significant. Besides the degradation of indoor air quality, something holiday party guests won't appreciate, the chances of restricted airflow causing a breakdown increase. Guests won't be thrilled when you lose heat on a cold winter night. Have the filter check to make a replacement if necessary. New River Heating & Air brings quality service to Radford, VA, residents. Our company handles furnace repair and installation requests and other work.

Deal with the Thermostat

Double-check the thermostat to make sure it's working correctly. If the thermostat needs new batteries, get them in place right away. Play around a little bit with the temperature controls, as well. Make sure they work, so you don't have any problems during a party. The last thing you want is guests complaining about the temperature. They won't enjoy themselves, and you'll find the evening to be stressful. New River Heating & Air wants to send its top NATE-certified technicians to handle your service request. We provide a variety of heating and cooling services to customers in Radford. Place a call right away to get things started.