Preparing Your Furnace for the Off-season

March 31, 2015

The end of winter is officially within reach with the weather warming up in Winnipeg you can feel spring just around the corner. Before you shut off your furnace and forget about it until next year, you’ll want to get it ready for its annual hibernation. There are a few things you can do now to prime your system so it’s ready to go next season.

Flipping the Switch

There was a period where it felt like this day wouldn’t come, but the moment has finally arrived for you to flip the switch on your thermostat from heating to cooling. Before you set it and forget it, look through your warranty. Most warranties require yearly service and maintenance in order to uphold the warranty. If you have any questions about your warranty, the team at Kirkfield Heating & Air Conditioning will gladly help you.

Service During the Off-Season

Now is the perfect time to schedule your yearly furnace service in Winnipeg. Any concerns can be addressed and fixed before the moment comes to turn your system back on once more for the season. You’ll be able to flip your switch to “heating” this fall and rest easy knowing that things will be operating as they should.

Change Your Filters

We most likely sound like a broken record, but replacing your air filters is one of the most simple and most important things you can do for your HVAC system as a homeowner. A clean filter keeps your system running at peak efficiency, enhances your indoor air quality and assists in extending the life of your HVAC system.

We know there are other things you would rather be doing as the weather starts warming up, but having one less thing to stress about makes every season more pleasant. We know you don’t want to think about it getting cold again, but when it does, your furnace will be equipped for it. Our team at Kirkfield Heating & Air Conditioning in Winnipeg is ready to help keep your home comfortable every season. Give us a call at 204-272-8128.