Furnace Maintenance and Servicing

Manufacturer’s recommend regular servicing and inspection for natural gas furnaces. Scheduling regular maintenance, typically early autumn, to maintain the units peak energy efficiency and safe operation and extend the life-cycle of the furnace.

Today’s furnaces are far more complex than older units as they feature air inducers, electronic ignition sensors, pressure switches, and exhaust flow monitoring. Because of their complexity most home owners today need licensed HVAC experts to thoroughly inspect and service the heating system.

HVAC tools — Most manufacturers recommend furnace maintenance servicing annually. Maintenance keeps your warranty active

Keeping filters clean and free of dust and debris can lower your energy costs and prolong the life of your furnace. Check manufacturer’s recommendation for filter change frequency

50% diagram indicating how much you can reduce HVAC repair costs — You can reduce repair costs by as much as 50% by regularly maintaining and servicing your heating system

70% diagram indicating how much you should spend on preventative maintenance compared to 30% repair costs — On average the ratio for HVAC equipment costs should equal or be close to 70% preventative maintenance and 30% for repairs

STAT Climate Control Solutions Furnace Maintenance

We provide complete servicing and maintenance for furnaces including:

Test the furnace heat cycle
Inspect electrical connections
Test system controls
Check flue pipe and gas connections
Clean flame sensor
Inspect and clean the burner

Check safety features
Assess the heat exchanger Lubricating parts
Inspect the condensate drain
Clean and adjust blower components to provide proper airflow
...And more

Cutaway of furnace showing areas inspected during maintenance.

Annual Furnace Maintenance Benefits

Efficiency - Maintaining your furnace will help keep it running at maximum efficiency. Because Calgary winters can sometimes be long and cold your furnace has to work hard to keep up, you can help reduce your energy costs with regular service.
Prevention for Repairs - Regular inspection and servicing can greatly reduce the risk of potentially expensive breakdowns or replacement in the future.
Safety - Because furnaces use natural gas and produce carbon monoxide as a byproduct you’ll decrease the risk of any leaks of dangerous gasses with professional HVAC maintenance.
Warranty - Many manufacturers require regular inspection and servicing to keep the warranty valid. Make sure you look over your owners manual and maintain the warranty for your furnace.
Extend the Lifecycle of the Furnace - Regular servicing will help extend the life of the unit to maximize the investment of your heating system.
Regular Maintenance Benefits - When scheduling regular furnace maintenance with Stat Climate Control you can enjoy added benefits for our valued customers including;

20% off repairs
front-of-line-service
forgo any diagnostic fees

Number 1, reason for regular maintenance — Regular furnace maintenance can identify and prevent future problems before they escalate and become expensive repairs

Number 2, reason for regular maintenance — Your furnace will run more efficiently resulting in reduced energy costs for heating your home

Number 3, reason for regular maintenance — Annual maintenance can be conveniently scheduled according to your availability, before peak heating is needed

Number 4, reason for regular maintenance — With regular maintenance your furnace will last longer and keep your manufacturers warranty valid

Maintenance You Can Do

There are some simple procedures you can do annually to help keep your furnace run efficiently.

Change or clean the filter. Check your owners manual to verify if the filter change is recommended every 3 or 6 months. Keep in mind if you have air conditioning, pets or lots of dust build-up in your home you may consider changing the filter more frequently >>>read more about filters
If your furnace has a fan belt, shut the circuit breaker to the furnace off and turn the power switch for the furnace to the off position. Inspect the fan belt looking to see if there are cracks or for excessive wear and tear. Once completed turn the circut breaker on and then turn the furnace power switch back to the “on” position.
Inspect the ductwork to make sure all the joints are sealed.
Ensure there aren’t any obstructions on the air and return vents.
Keep the area around the furnace clear of any debris or flammable material.

STAT Climate Control Solutions' technicians can also give you other tips, upon assessing your heating system, for better maintaining your furnace upon a scheduled service visit

Get Your Furnace Ready for Winter

Ensure your furnace is ready for cold weather before it arrives.

24 Hour Emergency Furnace/Heating Repair

If you need help right away with your furnace call STAT Climate Control Solutions. We feature emergency furnace repair 7 days a week in Calgary and area. We can minimize your discomfort and get your home back in the comfort zone as soon as possible.

Call (403) 226-6066