Crawfordsville, Indiana Furnace Installations & Service

It’s All About Size

There is no doubt that one of the most critical aspects of installing a gas furnace is selecting the correct size for your home. There is a huge difference between a properly sized furnace and one that is too big or too small for your home. This can be a very critical decision since even the most energy-efficient furnace may perform poorly if it isn’t sized properly for your home.

It may seem that choosing the biggest model will heat your home most effectively, but the opposite may be true. Bigger isn’t always better. What can you do to make sure you buy the right furnace?

The right size depends on several factors, including your home’s square footage and climate. It is important to work with a contractor who can assess the various factors impacting furnace size.

Consider a Programmable Or Smart Thermostat

The installation of a programmable thermostat is another thing that your HVAC service provider should be able to do for you. The use of a programmable thermostat enables you to adjust the temperature of your house when you know you will be away from the house for an extended period of time and to program the settings to your desired temperature once you are back home. As a result, you will be able to save a great deal of energy, as well as save money.

There are several tips provided by the Department of Energy that will help you to get the most out of your programmable thermostat. It is recommended that you install your thermostat in the interior walls of your house, for example. Whenever possible, try not to install it near heating and cooling registers, appliances, lights, fireplaces, doorways, windows, and other places that might receive direct sunlight, such as areas near windows or doors.

Based on your needs, Airy Time offers programmable and/or smart thermostats.

Furnace Installation Is Just the Beginning

So now that your furnace has been installed, you must think that you are done, right? That’s not the case at all. There is still a lot of work to be done. It is important to schedule regular maintenance appointments for your gas furnace to ensure that it continues to run efficiently for as long as possible. It is important to make sure that your furnace receives regular tune-ups in order to continue to save money over time, as well as extending the life of the unit.

It is ideal for your technician to inspect all of your heating and cooling equipment in the spring and fall before the heating and cooling seasons begin in order to make sure everything runs smoothly throughout the season so that you do not have any problems. It is important for your technician to perform a few tasks during these maintenance appointments.

For example, your HVAC technician should tighten all electrical connections, as well as check the condensate drain in your furnace. A clogged drain could result in water damage.

Your technician should also check system controls for proper and safe operation. The air filters should also be inspected, cleaned, and changed. Gas connections, gas pressure, burner combustion, and heat exchanger should be inspected as well.