How Often Should You Have Your Furnace Serviced?

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February 6, 2025

The importance of furnace maintenance in Mount Prospect cannot be overstated. Today, we will cover why and how often you should maintain your furnace.

How Often Should You Have Your Furnace Serviced?

How Often Should I Maintain My Furnace in Mount Prospect?

We recommend you perform maintenance on your furnace at least once annually. Ideally, you should perform this maintenance early in the fall, before the weather gets cold, because your furnace will go through the greatest amount of strain during the cold months.

Our experienced technicians at Master Mechanical have been in the business for many years. We can help you maintain your furnace to make sure it works at peak efficiency and lasts you for years to come. We provide the following services:

Furnace Repair and Replacement
Air Duct Cleaning
Vent Cleaning
Filter Replacement

Why Should I Have My Furnace Serviced?

There are many reasons you should have your furnace serviced. Below are just a few good reasons.

Extended Service Life - A properly maintained furnace will typically last between 15 and 20 years. The unit you have will vary, but this is the general average.
Increases Home Safety - Poorly maintained furnaces can leak deadly carbon monoxide. Worse, carbon monoxide cannot be detected without a specialized detector; it is colorless and odorless.
Keeps Your Indoor Air Clean - Air duct cleaning is part of maintaining your furnace. By having your air ducts cleaned regularly, you can reduce dust and other allergens released into your indoor air as soon as you turn your furnace on.
Saves Money - Regular maintenance saves money on costly repairs and replacements by detecting problems before they can escalate into major issues that can cost hundreds or even thousands of dollars.
Increases energy efficiency - Regular furnace maintenance helps maintain your system's energy efficiency. When your furnace becomes dirty or clogged, it needs to work harder to heat the air inside your home and compensate. This not only results in higher energy bills per year but also puts extra wear and tear on the furnace itself, shortening its service life.
Keeps Your Warranty Intact - Many major furnace manufacturers may not uphold your warranty if your furnace has been poorly maintained.

What Are The Signs That My Furnace Needs Service?

Depending on whether your furnace works on electricity or natural gas, you may experience different issues. However, as a general rule of thumb, you should have your furnace serviced as soon as possible if you experience any of the following issues:

No warm air
Rattling sounds or other unusual noises
Unusual odors
Increasing energy costs
Uneven heating
Overdue maintenance

Contact the Experts at Master Mechanical

There are many benefits to annual furnace servicing. In addition to keeping your air clean and reducing the amount of airborne allergens in your home, regular maintenance can also improve your overall health.

If you require our services and live in the Mount Prospect area, contact us at 847-722-0000 for a free estimate. Let us put our years of service to work for you!

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