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Winter to Spring Transition: Preparing Your Furnace for Rest

5 Ways to Prepare Your Furnace for Spring

March 15, 2024 | Air Filters

The transition from the chilly winds of winter to the blossoms of spring marks a time when you’re thinking less about heating your home and more about enjoying the outdoors. However, before you fully say goodbye to your furnace for the season, there are some essential tasks to take care of to ensure it remains in good condition and is ready to serve you again when the cold weather rolls around. Together with your friends from Allied Services, Inc., let’s take a look at five things you can do to prepare your furnace for its summer slumber.

Is It Bad to Switch Between AC and Heat?

May 1, 2023 | Air Conditioning

Earlier this month in the Midwest, we were basking in warm weather and sunshine, and you might have thought you were done with your furnace for the season and turned on your AC. However, the weather is unpredictable and near-freezing temperatures made their unwelcome return here in Ohio, causing homeowners to wonder if switching from AC to heat is going to hurt their system. Today on the blog, your friends at Allied Services, Inc. are discussing the right way to make the switch.

3 Common Furnace Issues

December 1, 2022 | Air Duct Cleaning

As temperatures drop, we look to our trusty furnaces to keep us warm. When our heating system fails to do the job, it can be incredibly frustrating. That is why it’s helpful to be aware of these three common furnace issues to help diagnose any problems. Continue reading to learn more from the team at Allied Services, Inc.

When Should You Turn on the Furnace?

October 15, 2022 | Dayton

Summer always seems to come to an abrupt end in Ohio, leaving homeowners wondering when they should turn on their furnace system. The real answer is that it depends. The World Health Organization recommends not letting the home drop below 64.4 degrees on average or 69.8 degrees if kids or someone elderly live in the home. Of course, personal preference plays a factor, and you may like keeping your home a little warmer than your neighbor. When you are ready to turn on the furnace, use these tips from Allied Service, Inc. to ensure everything is in working order.

How to Prepare Your HVAC System for Fall

September 15, 2022 | Air Conditioning

Summer is coming to a close and fall is upon us. Pretty soon, we’ll be turning off the A/C units and eyeing the furnace. Before firing up your furnace, it’s a good idea to prepare the system. It’s better to check the system now rather than to discover an issue when you need to use it. Here are just a few things to check from the team at Allied Services, Inc.