3 Surefire Signs it's Time for a Tune-up
- Clogged or discolored furnace and humidifier filters ✔️
- Unusual furnace noises or smells ✔️
- Hot or cool spots in your home ✔️
The Best Winter Warming Hack? A Furnace Tune-Up!
Forgot your furnace checkup? Standard Heating & Air Conditioning says it's no sweat—your heat isn’t on a deadline! From tune-ups to tech tips, here’s what you need to keep your home cozy, your air clean, and your heating system running like a champ.
Oops—I didn’t get any furnace maintenance done in the fall. Is it too late?
Great news: Your furnace tune-up isn’t on a deadline! Standard’s comprehensive inspection and tune-up will keep your furnace running smoothly and efficiently all winter long. (Pro tip: September is the sweet spot for your annual winter prep.)
When Your Reliable Workhorse Starts to Weaken
Most furnaces do their best work for 15 to 20 years. Sure, age is just a number, but if your furnace is 12 years or older, it needs frequent repairs, or your energy bills keep rising, it’s a good time for a checkup and to start planning a replacement. Standard can even help with financing.
Tried-and-True Tech Tips
For Maintenance Specialist Lionel Dunbar (pictured above), preventative maintenance is a simple thing that can make a huge difference for the life and reliability of your furnace—and the comfort of your home. Regular maintenance often takes only an hour and allows you to relax knowing that your system is working properly. Plus, you now have a qualified, skilled team to call 24/7 with questions or concerns about your heating, cooling, or indoor air quality.
Smart Club, Warm Air
If your furnace falters on a frigid day, waiting for service could be bone chilling. A Smart Club Membership offers 24/7 emergency heating services, priority scheduling, a discount on repairs, and $100 off the service call. It’s a practical way to stay prepared.
Breathe Easier in the Season of Sneezing with a Better Air Filter
Yes, a common 1-inch furnace filter is less expensive, but it only provides minimal filtration. Your family deserves an upgrade to an electronic air cleaner to capture dust particles and freshen the air in your home. (Your nose will thank you.)
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Written in collaboration with Mpls.St.Paul Magazine, Studio MSP.