{"id":985,"date":"2023-02-13T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-02-13T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dublin.premierishere.com\/blog\/?p=985"},"modified":"2025-09-10T12:01:19","modified_gmt":"2025-09-10T16:01:19","slug":"late-season-furnace-maintenance-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/heating-service\/late-season-furnace-maintenance-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Late Season Furnace Maintenance Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dublin.premierishere.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Indoor_Air_Quality_Filters_Duct_Cleaning_dreamstime_xl_18970219_800x533.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dublin.premierishere.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Indoor_Air_Quality_Filters_Duct_Cleaning_dreamstime_xl_18970219_800x533-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Hand replacing an air filter during furnace maintenance.\" class=\"wp-image-788\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Spring is just around the corner and that means you\u2019ll soon be making the transition from using your furnace to using your air conditioner if you haven\u2019t done so already. But just because you\u2019ll be using your furnace less doesn\u2019t mean it\u2019s okay to neglect <a href=\"http:\/\/services\/heating\/furnaces\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">furnace maintenance in Dublin, GA.<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The promise of warmer weather often inspires homeowners to tackle those home maintenance tasks they\u2019ve been neglecting. Your furnace deserves some TLC after working hard to keep your home warm for the last few months. Here are some late-season maintenance tasks you can do to help ensure your furnace gets you through the rest of winter and prepare it for next season. For those thinking beyond maintenance, there are also<a href=\"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/heating-service\/ways-you-can-upgrade-your-home-heating\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"> ways you can upgrade your home heating<\/a> for greater comfort and efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why is late-season furnace maintenance essential?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It prevents winter wear and tear by ensuring the system stays efficient during lingering cold spells.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Replacing filters and cleaning components improves airflow and reduces energy costs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A professional tune-up catches minor issues early, avoiding inconvenient breakdowns and costly repairs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintenance enhances safety and air quality by detecting potential hazards like gas leaks or dirty filters.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Change Your Furnace Filter and Stock Up on Replacements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you haven\u2019t changed your furnace\u2019s filter during the heating season, there\u2019s no better time than the present to check it. When inspecting your furnace filter, look for dust, dirt, and debris. If you haven\u2019t changed it in a while, it\u2019ll be visibly dirty. Give it a good wash if it\u2019s a reusable furnace or replace it if it\u2019s a disposable one. For households dealing with electrical issues, such as frequent shutdowns, a<a href=\"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/heating-service\/heater-tripping-the-circuit-breaker-lets-see-whats-wrong\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"> heater tripping the circuit breaker<\/a> could be a sign of underlying problems that need attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If it looks okay, how do you know if you should replace it? Furnace filters should be replaced depending on certain factors:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>There are smokers in your home<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You have multiple pets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There is moderate dust buildup in your home<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You have family members with asthma, allergies, or respiratory problems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If any of these apply, changing the filter once a month is recommended. Using your furnace even for a month when the filter is dirty makes it work a lot harder than it needs to. Changing the filter now will help your furnace finish the season strong!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Later winter is also the perfect time to order filters for next season to make sure you\u2019ll have them when you need them. Although supply issues have improved, having extra filters on hand is always a good idea.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Late-Season Furnace Cleaning Tips to Prepare for Spring<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Over the winter, your furnace will attract dirt and debris. Cleaning it off with a damp rag is a good idea. You could also vacuum the interior of the furnace (making sure to turn it and the gas line off first). Now\u2019s a good time to remove any objects that may have been deposited around the base of the furnace. It\u2019s never a good idea to store objects too close to your furnace. For a more thorough cleaning, leave it to the professionals.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Schedule Furnace &amp; Ductwork Maintenance Before Next Season<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A thorough spring cleaning can only do so much. Although you can examine the ductwork that\u2019s visible in your home to check for dirt and damage, most of your ducts are hidden behind walls and the ceiling. Damaged or leaking ductwork contributes to many issues such as decreased energy efficiency and poor air quality.\u00a0If you\u2019re considering alternatives, remember that<a href=\"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/heating-service\/ductless-systems-great-heating-too\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"> ductless systems provide great heating too<\/a> and can help you avoid duct-related inefficiencies altogether.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve never had your ductwork inspected, now\u2019s the perfect time to do so before the cooling season kicks in. We\u2019ll check your ducts for leaks and cracks and give them a thorough cleaning. If you\u2019ve never had it done, duct cleaning is recommended every 3 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"\/contact-us\/send-a-message\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Contact the experts at Premier Heating &amp; Air<\/strong><\/a><strong> to schedule your furnace maintenance. When you work with us, you\u2019ll Experience the Premier Difference.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Here are some late-season maintenance tasks you can do to help ensure your furnace gets you through the rest of winter and prepare it for next season.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[117,76,155],"tags":[107,147],"class_list":["post-985","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-dublin","category-heating-service","category-nashville","tag-dublin","tag-furnace-maintenance"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/985","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=985"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/985\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2818,"href":"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/985\/revisions\/2818"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=985"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=985"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=985"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}