After your furnace breaks down, you’ll need to schedule a heating evaluation with an HVAC technician to determine which new furnace will best meet your needs and then set up the date for the delivery and installation of the new unit.
Though it’s true that you won’t have much of a hand in directly installing furnaces, you can still prepare your home for the process at hand through the following means:
Clean Vital Areas
Inspect your home for any clutter that could pose an obstacle, including furnishings, paper products, and any other items stored near your original furnace. You’ll also want to clear any messes away from duct registers, electrical panels, and other areas the furnace installers will have to access throughout the process.
Take Care of Kids and Pets
Curious children and pets can distract technicians as they take care of your furnace installation. They can also injure themselves as they explore the equipment and tools brought into your home. It might be helpful to find daycare services or plan a fun outing that will ensure your kids and pets are out of the house for the day.
Clean Your Vents and Registers
Upon completion of their work, your furnace installers will test the new unit. To ensure the best results, dust around the vents and registers to remove blockages. Optimal airflow promotes more efficient heating, and it will give you a realistic first impression of the new unit.
Check the Thermostat
As they install a furnace, your technicians will also calibrate your thermostat as a part of their service, but it can still help to check the unit in advance. Supply it with fresh batteries and adjust its settings to engage a heating cycle. Doing so is a maintenance step you should practice semi-annually, as it will extend your furnace’s lifetime.
If you notice any problems with your thermostat, mention them to your furnace installers. They can easily replace an outdated or faulty thermostat. You can even use this as an opportunity to upgrade to a smart thermostat for better control over your new heating system.
Test the Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Make sure to check your home’s alert systems. While problems are rare with new furnaces, they do occur. Update the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and test them both. If there is a leak or fire as the result of a faulty furnace, these units can help you save your home and your life.
Turn Off Your Utility Services
Before they install your new furnace, your technicians will need to turn off the gas and electricity. You can save time by turning off your utilities ahead of time.
Know Who Is Coming Into Your Home
Finally, always remember to follow the proper rules for safety and security when giving any contractor access to your home. These include verifying the identities of the technicians who arrive to install the new equipment.
Stay Warm All Winter With a Furnace Installation
Woods Comfort Systems can replace your old furnace with a more energy-efficient model. We’ll evaluate your home’s heating needs to ensure the new unit will effectively heat your home without wasting energy unnecessarily. Contact us to get started with the installation of a new furnace and for any other heating and cooling services you may need!