5 Reasons Why Regular Furnace Maintenance Is So Important

Tech in red shirt performs regular furnace maintenance while homeowner looks on.

When it comes to protecting any big-ticket item in your home, you want to make sure it will last you. The same goes for your home furnace—it needs proper, annual attention to maintain functionality and efficiency. That’s why, at River City Heating and Air Conditioning, our Bryant® experts recommend regular furnace maintenance. Read our blog to see how this service benefits you, then call us to set up an appointment.

1. Your Furnace Will Run Efficiently

Sometimes furnace problems aren’t super obvious. Your furnace may appear to be running properly, but do you know if it does so efficiently? When you schedule regular furnace maintenance, the River City technicians will check every aspect of your system to make sure it’s running smoothly. This helps ensure your furnace is providing as much home comfort as possible, with minimal energy costs to you.

2. It Prevents Unexpected Breakdowns

It always seems like things break down when you need them most—like when your furnace stops working on the coldest day of the year. Scheduling annual preventive maintenance reduces the risk of this happening. Planning an appointment ahead of time can save you unexpected inconveniences and emergency repairs later.

3. It Extends the Lifespan of Your System

A furnace is a major investment, so it pays to properly maintain and take care of it. Nothing is more important than your family’s home comfort—and you want to safeguard that for many years to come. The average furnace lasts anywhere between 15 and 20 years. With regular furnace maintenance, you’re more likely to keep your furnace on the high end of that range.

4. Your Indoor Air Quality Improves

When our experts perform regular furnace maintenance, you’ll experience improved indoor air quality. Over time, dust and debris can accumulate in your system. This dirt not only clogs your system and keeps it from running at peak performance, but it can also be recirculated throughout the home over and over. This can be especially harmful to anyone who has respiratory issues. During a tune-up, our pros can eliminate some of that debris and keep your home clean.

5. It’s Required Based on Your System Warranty

If you read over your system warranty, you’ll find that it may not stay valid if you don’t schedule regular furnace maintenance. In the event that a major repair or replacement is needed, you want to ensure that the warranty is still valid. Skipping service just isn’t worth the risk.

Furnace Maintenance Plans to Meet Your Needs

At River City, we offer preventive maintenance plans that offer you discounted pricing and priority customer service. There are other perks too, like no additional fees for after-hours emergency service. You can set up your maintenance appointment and forget it, with annual renewal until you cancel. It’s easy to sign up—just fill out the form on our website or call us today at 507-454-7689. Whether it’s furnace repair, maintenance, or full-on installation, we’re ready to help guide you through the process.