How’s Your Heating System Doing This Winter?
It has been a long, cold winter. With spring around the corner, now is the time to reflect on how your heating system performed this year, its efficiency and costs. As a Western Massachusetts or Northern Connecticut resident, you know how important it is to have heating equipment you can rely on each winter. It’s imperative to understand if your heating system is up to par, or if it’s time to start thinking about replacing it. The heating pros at FSi Oil and Propane are here to help you recognize the signs of a poorly performing system and advise you on what you should do next now that winter is coming to an end.
Signs of Heating Malfunction Not to Ignore
- Strange Noises or Smells: Over the heating season, if you heard abnormal humming, banging, or clunking coming from the furnace or boiler, or experienced strange odors, it may be time to upgrade your system.
- Uneven Heating: If you noticed that your heat was unable to effectively reach all areas of your home equally, that can indicate the decline of your equipment’s operation capabilities.
- High Energy Bills: Did you have to deal with sky-high heating bills this past winter? If the weather wasn’t too extreme, and your household size didn’t increase, your system is likely experiencing decreased fuel economy.
- Dusty or Dry Air: Would you say the air in your home felt comfortable, or was it dry and dusty? Poor humidity regulation can be a result of an ineffective heating system. While regular maintenance will improve this, over time, a replacement is the best solution.
- Increased Repair Frequency: Did you have to shell out a lot of money on heating repairs this year? Upgrade your system, and you’ll surely save money next year with a new, fully functional, high-efficiency heating system.
What to Do Next
1. Upgrade to a new high-efficiency system.
Upgrading to a higher efficiency heating system will translate to more effective energy output, which can provide significant benefits for your property, comfort, and the environment.
- Savings on heating costs
- Improved comfort
- Reduced risk of equipment failure
- Fewer emissions
2. Schedule a tune-up.
If you think your heating system performed well this season, then all you need to do is remember to schedule a tune-up. Your heating system should be tuned up every two years. A tune-up will save you from “burning” money when it’s time to heat your home again. Tune-ups come with plenty of benefits, including:
- Extended equipment lifespan
- Less risk of midseason breakdowns
- Maximized energy efficiency
- Reduced fuel & repair bills
- Better indoor air quality
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Get in Touch with the Heating Experts
To schedule annual maintenance or get a quote on a new heating system, get in touch with our experts! We’ll be more than happy to find an appointment slot that works with your busy schedule. Unsure about your equipment’s operating efficiency? Want to learn more about the benefits of high-efficiency heating? We’re happy to help.