Furnace Maintenance: The Key to Keeping Your Family Comfortable

In the winter, your heating system runs virtually around the clock to keep your family safe and warm. Furnace maintenance helps ensure that cozy feeling never goes away. Below, the experts at ComfortAire Heating Cooling Fireplaces explain everything you need to know about preventative service. When you’re ready, call us in Wisconsin Rapids or Stevens Point to make an appointment.

What Is Furnace Maintenance?

Think of it like a check-up for your heating system. Our techs examine and clean every working part inside the unit—including those that other companies may overlook, including burners, flame rods, drain traps and hoses, and more.

These clean and checks benefit you and your comfort in so many ways, such as:

Ensuring proper airflow
Keeping your system operating safely
Reducing the need for repair

Improving your energy efficiency
Maintaining your manufacturer’s warranty
Promoting a full system lifespan

Furnace service also enables us to catch small issues inside the system and fix them before bigger repairs are necessary. It’s complete and comprehensive service that lets you kick back and relax in comfort.

Our team will also replace your air filter if it’s dirty and past its prime. This does more than just keep your indoor air quality high. It will also improve your system’s energy efficiency and reduce your monthly utility bills.

Why ComfortAire Is the Best Choice for Fall Furnace Maintenance

As a Bryant® Factory Authorized Dealer, we stay up to date on advancements in the field and regularly attend industry courses. It provides us the knowledge we need to inspect your system, pinpoint any issues, and solve them quickly. We like to say that we provide the best service in the HVAC industry—which is why we give every job our all.

Whether you need 24-hour emergency service or annual furnace maintenance done, contact our team today.

Heating FAQs

How do I know when it’s time to replace my system?

If your system is older than 10 years and in need of frequent repair, it’s probably time. Replacement should also be considered when major repairs are needed.

How often do I need to schedule system maintenance?

Routine maintenance should be done once a year. Most homeowners schedule service in early fall so their systems are ready for the upcoming winter, but it can be done at any time of the year. We recommend getting it done earlier in the year to get ahead of the late-season rush.

When do I need to change my air filter?

If you have a standard one-inch filter, replace it once every one to three months—or more often if you have pets or smokers in the house. High-efficiency filters can be changed less often—swap them out once every six to 12 months for best air quality.

How long does a typical furnace last?

With regular maintenance, an average furnace lasts anywhere from 15 to 20 years. However, that lifespan can vary depending on what type of furnace you have, how often you have it cleaned and checked, and how tough the winters have been.

Is there anything I can do to improve the energy efficiency of my home?

There are many factors that can affect the energy consumption of your home, including ductwork leakage and overall ductwork condition. We have ductwork and sheet metal capabilities and offer duct cleaning, duct sealing, air duct repair, and sheet metal installation for a variety of duct systems.