Did you know - Your furnace is like your car?

You wouldn’t drive your car 150,000 km’s without changing the oil! In fact, Great Canadian Oil Change claims "It's our duty to your car." The same idea is true for your furnace. Regular HVAC servicing is the best way to maintain trouble-free operation and peak performance. The best time for servicing is pre-season to help avoid a system failure in severe cold weather when you need it the most! It can also keep your energy bill from getting out of control.

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST

As recommended by one of our partners Trane, we will perform the following tasks, depending on the unit:

Inspect and clean blower assembly (includes blower housing, blower wheel and motor)
On older models, lubricate motor and inspect and replace fan belt if needed
Check combustion blower housing for lint and debris and clean as necessary
Inspect evaporator coil, drain pan and condensate drain lines and trap—clean as needed
Inspect for gas leaks in gas furnaces
Inspect burner assembly—clean and adjust as needed
Inspect ignition system and safety controls—clean and adjust as needed
Inspect heat exchanger or heating elements
Inspect flue system—check for proper attachment to the furnace, any dislocated sections, and for signs of corrosion—replace if necessary
Inspect control box, associated controls, wiring and connections
Clean or replace air filters
Inspect conditioned airflow system (ductwork) around furnace
Monitor system starting characteristics and capabilities
Listen for abnormal noise
Search for source of unusual odors
Check vent system for proper operation
Monitor system operation per manufacturer's specifications
Provide system operation report and recommend repairs or replacement as necessary

Here at Thomson Plumbing & Heating we also service your Fireplace, Boilers, and Space Heaters to get ready for the cold weather!

If you have an air conditioning unit, don't forget to mark your calendar to have it serviced in late Spring before the first heat wave!

NOTE: Trane recommends all maintenance and service work be performed by a professional air conditioning and heating dealer that holds the appropriate credentials to install and service air conditioning and heating equipment.