Signs Your Furnace Needs Repairs

SIGNS YOUR FURNACE NEEDS REPAIRS AGE • Most modern furnaces should last roughly 16-20 years • If your furnace is nearing the end of its lifespan, have it inspected for repairs • Better to keep up on repairs than have it break down when you need it most UTILITY BILLS • About 48% of your monthly utility bill goes to heating and cooling • If your utility bills are going up, it could mean your system needs repairs ...48% • Dirty or faulty furnaces work harder to keep you comfortable, driving your bills up MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CALENDAR • Furnaces should be inspected at least once per year to ensure proper operation • An older furnace typically needs more frequent repairs to stay operational • Without regular maintenance, you could encounter the need for repairs more often COMFORT • Do you find that some rooms are too hot while others are too cold? • Uneven heating can indicate that your HVAC system needs repairs • The furnace should be able to distribute heated air evenly throughout your house CARBON MONOXIDE • Carbon monoxide is poisonous, so it's important to know the warning signs CO • Signs include a yellow flame, soot near the furnace, and moisture on cold surfaces • If you notice any of these signs, call your furnace professionals right away AIR QUALITY Furnaces should be able to keep the air in your house comfortable and moisturized • Dusty, dry, or stale air can indicate the need for furnace repairs • Furnace repairs can help mitigate allergy symptoms from mold, pollen, and dander INFOGRAPHIC PROVIDED BY: F.H. FURR FHFURR.COM/FURNACE-REPAIR Absolutely the Best! AFHFURR PLUMBING HEATING FAIR CONDITIONING ELECTRICAL Sources: http://www.homeenergycenter.com/8furnace_signs.html http://energy.gov/energysaver/articles/tips-heating-and-cooling http://www.bobvila.com/articles/furnace-replacement/#VdNj7PIViko .............