A sudden failure of the heating system may pose an emergency for your home depending on the temperature outside. When the temperature is extremely low, the interior of the home may get dangerously cold. If you are to protect yourself against this wintertime hazard, a comprehensive inspection of the heater should be done prior to the arrival of winter.
Mold
During the fall inspection of your heating system, it is necessary to thoroughly check the heating elements and the area around the heater for signs of mold. Mold growing on or near the heating system can represent a sizable health hazard as the mold spores can cause health problems for many people. It is necessary to remove these substances with a strong sanitizing agent before turning on the system to avoid the risk of mold issues developing in other areas of the house.
Electrical Problems
All of the electrical components of the heating system should also be tested during the fall. While you may not know enough about electrical systems to be able to fully diagnose these issues, you will be able to look for signs of potential performance abnormalities. This can include the system struggling to start, sparks occurring, or humming sounds from electrical components. Due to the risk of shock and fire, the system should not be used until the electrical issues are completely repaired.
Failing to perform these evaluations will lead to you only discovering them when you need to use the heater due to it being cold. This will likely force you to endure potentially several days of cold temperatures before a heater repair service may be able to arrive at your home.
Dirty Vents
Dirty vents on the heater can lead to imbalances and inefficiencies due to the system being deprived of adequate airflow. Additionally, the dirt and dust on the vents may be pulled into the system while it is running, which can lead to the air quality throughout the home falling.
When cleaning these vents, it may be best to use a vacuum cleaner as opposed to a traditional duster. The vacuum will be able to prevent dust from getting knocked into the interior of the heater by sucking it off of the vents. When using the vacuum, you may want to use it on the lowest setting with a brush attachment on it. If you do not have a vacuum cleaner that is suitable for this work, a damp cloth may be an effective alternative, but you will need to be extremely careful to minimize the amount of dust that you knock into the heater.
For any repairs that you cannot perform on your own, reach out to heating repair services in your area.
Share3 October 2018
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