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Why Your HVAC System Needs a Tune-Up This Fall

By Cregger Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling

September 09, 2019

Neighborhood street with vibrant autumn trees in red, orange, and yellow hues under a clear blue sky. A vehicle is parked, and houses line the road.

People often talk about the value of regular HVAC system maintenance. These individuals are intelligent. If you want to feel confident that your HVAC system will get you through the long, frigid Michigan winter, you should set up an appointment for an in-depth HVAC system tune-up, no exceptions. Here are some reasons your heating system could use some TLC:

Keep Moving Parts, Well, Moving

After sitting dormant all summer, your heating system needs a thorough check-up to ensure it’s up to the challenge of keeping your home comfortable while outside temperatures plummet to extreme lows.

Consider this: Your HVAC system is a complicated appliance. Pumps, motors, fans, belts, combustion chamber — all these moving parts need routine maintenance to keep them functioning properly. Professional technicians are trained to spot potential issues, preventing small problems from becoming major, saving you money on expensive repairs.

Extend Your System’s Lifespan

Plus, seasonal tune-ups prolong the lifespan of your system and help validate your current or extended warranty. And maintenance helps your heating system operate more efficiently, saving money on your monthly heating bill. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, heating accounts for as much as 40% of the average household’s energy consumption. The best way to combat escalating heating costs is routine maintenance.

Don’t Get Left Out in the Cold

Remember last year’s Polar vortex dropped temperatures to 3° below zero. Imagine your HVAC system throwing in the towel during another wicked cold snap. That’s why you shouldn’t postpone making an appointment to have your furnace inspected this fall.

Are you looking for heating or air conditioning services? Cregger Plumbing, Heating & Cooling are experts in all heating systems — boilers, electric furnaces, and electric baseboards. We have 4,000 reviews online and a long list of satisfied customers. To set up an appointment for an HVAC tune-up, call us at(248) 543-1190.

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