We all want to get the most out of our HVAC system that we can. There are a few things you can do to help elongate the life of your furnace. The first thing you can do is to get it cleaned and checked every fall! This is extremely important. You get oil changes on your can in order to maintain its engine so why would you skip on cleaning the furnace yearly which is what maintains it? Making sure you get it cleaned and checked will lower your energy bills and give you piece of mind. You are also required to have it cleaned and checked each fall in order to keep your warranty valid. The next thing you need to do each month is to change the furnace filter. This will allow your furnace to breathe easier so it doesn’t have to work harder and raise your energy bills. Another thing you can do is to make sure you have your ducts checked for leaks as not to waste conditioned air. Making sure your system is in full working order will help it to not struggle. This will elongate the life of your system. One last tip we have for you is to be aware of your system and able to spot when you think something might be wrong. When you think something isn’t working the way you should you need to have it looked at and fixed right away. If you let the problem sit because you don’t want to spend the money now, it might cost you more money later on when the problem turns worse. It is very important that you maintain your system and monitor it for issues that could start. Call Bartlett Heating and Air for all your HVAC needs!