{"id":1347,"date":"2021-09-30T17:33:10","date_gmt":"2021-09-30T17:33:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zoresrecycling.com\/blog\/?p=1347"},"modified":"2021-09-30T17:33:10","modified_gmt":"2021-09-30T17:33:10","slug":"furnace-maintenance-101","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zoresrecycling.com\/blog\/furnace-maintenance-101\/","title":{"rendered":"Furnace Maintenance 101"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">Your furnace will soon be on the clock 24\/7 now that Fall is here. But if you do not properly service your furnace system on a bi-annual basis, you could be stuck overpaying for heat and energy this season. To avoid costly utility bills, chilly indoor environments, and premature HVAC replacement, be sure you know how to take good care of your furnace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Continue below for a little furnace maintenance 101, plus learn where to sell an old or broken furnace in Indianapolis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zoresrecycling.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Appliance-Recycling-Center-Indianapolis-IN.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.zoresrecycling.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Appliance-Recycling-Center-Indianapolis-IN-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Appliance Recycling Center Indianapolis IN 317-244-0700\" class=\"wp-image-1348\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.zoresrecycling.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Appliance-Recycling-Center-Indianapolis-IN-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.zoresrecycling.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Appliance-Recycling-Center-Indianapolis-IN-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.zoresrecycling.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Appliance-Recycling-Center-Indianapolis-IN-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.zoresrecycling.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Appliance-Recycling-Center-Indianapolis-IN-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.zoresrecycling.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Appliance-Recycling-Center-Indianapolis-IN-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.zoresrecycling.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Appliance-Recycling-Center-Indianapolis-IN.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Appliance Recycling Center Indianapolis IN 317-244-0700<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:25px\"><strong>How to Ensure Seasonal Furnace Reliability<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>A reliable furnace, one that provides heat efficiently when you need it, is only possible when it is serviced on a routine basis. Caring for your furnace should be one of the most important tasks around the house in wintertime. An optimal-working furnace maintains healthy indoor air quality, dependable comfort, and steady utility bills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>Furnace Filters<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is vital to clean or replace your furnace filters each month, but there is much more to the maintenance process. On top of furnace filters, several other parts of a heating system need regular attention. This includes the blower, internal housing, burners, heat exchangers, vents, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>Heating Element Inspections<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter which type of fuel your furnace burns, the heating element or burner needs to be checked every month for damages or noticeable wear and tear. Common fuels are wood, oil, gas, and propane. Look to your owners\u2019 manual to learn where the burner is located and how to inspect it for anomalies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>Carbon Monoxide Detectors<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Malfunctioning vent systems and burners can cause dangerous situations. It is important to understand that a poorly-maintained heating system can lead to a buildup of carbon monoxide, which is a colorless, odorless, and deadly gas that is extremely dangerous to people and pets. You should always have functional carbon monoxide detectors in your home in case of a gas leak. On a yearly basis, it is imperative to have a professional inspect your system for malfunctions such as these, as well as cracks in the heat exchanger and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>Furnace Cleaning<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Another important part of furnace maintenance is cleaning. Dirt is a big problem for furnace systems, and if accumulated in large amounts, can reduce your unit\u2019s performance and indoor air quality. Poor indoor air quality causes respiratory irritations and illnesses, like asthma and allergies. Filters must be cleaned, heat exchangers have to be cleared of dirt and debris, the blower motor needs cleaned, as well as the housing and the internal drain passages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>Safety Features<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The last part of furnace maintenance is to check its safety features. This includes the roll-out and pressure switches, the vent fan, and the blower motor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Is your furnace old or broken, so now you must replace it with a new furnace? If so, you can sell your old one for cash on the spot! <\/strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zoresrecycling.com\/contact-us.php\" target=\"_blank\">Contact Zore\u2019s Recycling<\/a> at 317-244-0700 for the most profitable and hassle-free <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zoresrecycling.com\/metal-recycling-services\/electronic-recycling.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">electronics recycling<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zoresrecycling.com\/metal-recycling-services\/appliance-recycling.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">appliance recycling in Indianapolis, Indiana<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You Should Also Read:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zoresrecycling.com\/blog\/frequently-asked-questions-about-recycling-appliances\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Frequently Asked Questions About Recycling Appliances<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zoresrecycling.com\/blog\/which-metals-make-junk-appliances-valuable\/\">Which Me<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zoresrecycling.com\/blog\/which-metals-make-junk-appliances-valuable\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tals Make Junk Appliances Valuable?<br>Types of <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zoresrecycling.com\/blog\/types-of-household-electronics-you-can-recycle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Household Electronics You Can Recycle<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zoresrecycling.com\/contact-us.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"684\" height=\"177\" src=\"https:\/\/www.zoresrecycling.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Zores-Metal-Recycling-Indiana.png\" alt=\"Indianapolis Metal Recycling\" class=\"wp-image-1108\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.zoresrecycling.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Zores-Metal-Recycling-Indiana.png 684w, https:\/\/www.zoresrecycling.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Zores-Metal-Recycling-Indiana-300x78.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 684px) 100vw, 684px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Indianapolis Metal Recycling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your furnace will soon be on the clock 24\/7 now that Fall is here. 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