Your HVAC system is an important part of the comfort and climate of everyone (and everything) in your home. It’s also one of the biggest investments for your home that you can make, so it goes without saying that properly caring for that system is paramount.
Winter in California means cooler temperatures and a hefty uptick in furnace usage. It’s critical to check over your HVAC system after you’ve just made a California home all your own. If not done before the sale, the best time to check things on it is as soon as possible.
Checking Your HVAC System when Purchasing a Home
Following are five things you should do for your HVAC system as soon as you can after you’re handed the keys to your new home:
1. Take Note of the Furnace Efficiency Room by Room
Spend some time in each room in the house and pay attention to whether any of them feel a lot warmer or cooler than the others. If you make this type of discovery, you may have an issue with unbalanced ductwork in the home, in which case, you should contact A-1 Guaranteed Heating & Air, Inc. to remedy it.
2. Visually Inspect the Physical Components
Everyone should visually inspect the furnace; a lot can be learned this way! Is it generally in good shape, or does it show signs of major wear and tear, like duct tape being strewn all over the place? Check the filter, too; it likely needs to be changed if you just purchased the house.
3. Try to Discover the Furnace’s History
Knowing the age of your furnace is a good start, but it’s also crucial to know its history, including any past repairs or problems. Often, repair technicians will leave service stickers on the furnaces they service. These stickers can include information like who serviced the unit, their contact information, the date it was serviced, and what services were performed.
4. Pay Attention to the Age of the Furnace
On average, a furnace lasts about 15 years, but this can vary depending on various factors. If your furnace is a decade old or older, it’s probably a good idea to go ahead and replace it if you can. If you’re not sure of its age or if it needs to be replaced, reach out to us at A-1 Guaranteed. We’ll be happy to come and take a look for you.
5. Get Your HVAC System Professionally Checked Out
If you forego all of the other tips mentioned above, do not pass this one up. The value of having a Bay Area HVAC expert come and perform an inspection and preventive maintenance can be immeasurable.
We can ensure the system is in the best working order possible, ensuring that it’s working as well as it should and that no hidden problems are waiting to turn into a big (and expensive) nightmare.
Contact A-1 Guaranteed Heating & Air, Inc. for all your Bay Area HVAC needs! We’re the area’s #1 HVAC company; see for yourself why more homes trust us than anyone else.
