Getting Your Home Ready for Winter

GETTING YOUR HOME READY FOR WINTER Q YOUR ANNUAL FURNACE INSPECTION O Check Thermostat Settings Settings should keep you comfortable when you're home and save energy when you're not Check Electrical Connections Loose connections can create unsafe conditions and shorten your furnace's lifespan : Lubricate Parts Parts should run smoothly to reduce your energy use i! Check Controls Make sure the system turns on, runs, and turns off properly 1 Check Fuel Connections Faulty gas or oil connections can cause health problems and fire hazards Replace Furnace Filter A dırty filter affects indoor air quality and heating efficiency E REASONS TO HAVE YOUR FURNACE INSPECTED SAFETY FIRST Safety Efficiency Longevity Well-maintained Improperly operating furnaces could release Inspection and cleaning can keep furnaces don't have to work as hard carbon monoxide (CO) into your home your system running efficiently Your furnace will last Carbon monoxide inhalation can cause headaches, weakness, confusion, and even death Upgrades like programmable thermostats save longer when you take care of it, saving you money on repairs and replacements energy and money O PREPARING YOUR HOME FOR COOLER WEATHER Trim any tree branches that are hanging over your roof Replace screen windows with storm windows Apply weather stripping to any drafty doors or Make sure Clear your gutters to prevent water and ice from backing up onto your roof your chimney is clear of debris windows INFOGRAPHIC PROVIDED BY: HEATING www.tripletheatingutah.com TRIPLE "T" -Sa 4- COOLING Plumbing & Gas Fireplaces SOURCES: http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=heat_cool.pr_maintenance http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=products.pr_save_energy_at_homeas=mega http://www.cdc.gov/co/faqs.htm http://www.houselogic.com/home-advice/seasonal-maintenance/protect-your-home-cold-weather-threats http://www.ready.gov/winter-weather http://www.moneycrashers.com/winterizing-your-home/