Neglecting oil furnace maintenance
After investing a considerable amount of money into a high-efficiency, state-of-the-art oil furnace, I assumed I could take our Winter time comfort for granted.
- Other than decreasing the air filter every once in a while, I totally neglected the furnace.
Within a couple of years, I noticed the performance of the oil furnace had diminished considerably. I figured there was some defect in the unit. Although I’d chosen a well-known manufacturer, I was upset that the oil furnace was inferior quality. I called a local Heating as well as Air Conditioning contractor to take a look at the heater. When he accessed the inner workings, he found a significant buildup of contaminants. He asked how long it had been since I’d had the oil furnace diagnosed. After I admitted that I’d never tied up professional maintenance, he explained that dust as well as other debris can wreak havoc with oil furnace operation. As pollutants accumulate on the multiple components, they restrict airflow through the system. The oil furnace then needs to run longer as well as labor harder to achieve the thermostat setting. Plus, the dander, bacteria, mold spores as well as harmful toxins can get spread into the breathing air as well as cause complications with air quality. He explained that moving parts of the motor require lubrication, wires need to be tested as well as it’s super crucial to inspect the integrity of the heat exchanger. Once he completed a thorough cleaning, adjustment as well as tuning of the oil furnace, it was back to running enjoy brand new. The contractor convinced me to enroll in a maintenance program that includes maintenance for the furnace every fall. I need proof of this maintenance to fulfill the stipulations of the manufacturer’s warranty coverage.