Forced Air Heating Tip: Prioritize Your Filter!
Sal Galati • October 12, 2023

Forced Air Heating Tip: Prioritize Your Filter!


Every year, scheduling an HVAC tune-up ensures your heating system will run efficiently when you need to rely on it most. While this type of maintenance goes a long way toward ensuring you can heat your home throughout the winter, it’s just as important to keep your furnace’s air filter clean. 

Here are just a few of the benefits you’ll get from keeping up with cleaning or replacing your air filter.


Keep Your Bills Lower

While it can be easy to forget to check your air filter once a month, saving money on your energy bills can serve as a strong incentive. A dirty air filter inhibits airflow. As a result, the furnace will work harder to push more warm air through the clogged filter. 


When your energy bills rise unexpectedly, check your air filter. If it seems clean, there might be another reason for the increased energy waste. In that case, an HVAC technician can provide more extensive furnace maintenance in Pelham to improve your system’s performance.


Breathe Easier With Good Furnace Maintenance in Pelham

Another reason to keep a clean air filter in your furnace is that it helps remove health hazards. The filter’s fibers are fine enough to remove allergens, such as pollen and pet dander, while also trapping harmful bacteria. If your family members seem to get sick frequently or suffer from respiratory issues, changing or cleaning the air filter can help.


Extend the Lifetime of Your Furnace

Proper furnace maintenance in Pelham will reduce the wear and tear damage to your heating system. A furnace with a dirty air filter must work harder to provide you with the same level of comfort, putting stress on the mechanical components. You’ll need fewer repairs and system replacements when you change or clean the air filter every month.


We Provide a Full Range of Heating Services

Reliable Heating & Cooling will help you keep your home warm throughout the colder months. We provide HVAC maintenance and tune-ups in addition to repairs and new system installation services.


If you need furnace care, contact us today!

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