It’s a common misconception that Sonoma County always has pleasant weather. The cold can be brutally harsh even in the North if your heater isn’t doing its job. A well-maintained and effective heating system can be little more than a mouse click or phone call away. Don’t get left out in the cold without the help of Dale Heating Cooling and Sheetmetal.
Common maintenance tips to follow
Some standard upkeep procedures include checking air filters monthly and cleaning or replacing them as necessary.
Avoid putting the outdoor unit in a cluttered area by clearing away snow, ice, and other debris. The heat pump’s entire exterior is included here: ceiling, walls, floor, and perimeter.
Always make sure the exterior coils are dust-free. You can spray them down with a degreaser and rinse them off if they get dirty. Disable the system in question.
Keep bushes cut back no less than 18 inches on all sides of the heat pump to facilitate air circulation and routine maintenance.
Before you turn on the air conditioner in the spring, you should empty the condensate pan and flush the drain. This is especially crucial if the system is installed above or within a finished living space and should be handled by a professional service expert.
While older models of fan motors require annual oiling, modern ones are all hermetically sealed.
Finally, we recommend having our trained service technician check out your heat pump annually.
Final thoughts
Avoid unexpected and expensive damages to your heating system by being serviced annually. If you want to avoid any unpleasant surprises when the cold season finally arrives, turn on your heating system at the end of the summer. We are happy to send our trained staff to check over your machinery and provide a full report on our findings. This will not only help you avoid becoming chilly, but it will also keep your heater running longer.
Dale Heating Cooling and Sheetmetal’s service technicians can do it all, from fixing broken systems to installing brand new ones, replacing worn-out ones, and performing routine maintenance. We are available whenever you have an emergency.
Dale Heating Cooling and Sheetmetal has the personnel and resources to install your heating system the first time around properly. There is no way to ensure that your system will function without issue indefinitely. Get in touch with Dale HCS if your home’s or business’s heating system isn’t providing adequate warmth throughout the cold winter months.
When it comes to keeping your home or office warm and cozy this winter, you can rely on Dale Heating Cooling and Sheetmetal and our 26 years of experience.