Heating System Maintenance in Indianapolis & Central Indiana

Furnace & Heating System Tune-Up in Indianapolis, Carmel, Fishers, and the Surrounding Areas

A functional heating system in Central Indiana is important to have for any homeowner. Dealing with a malfunctioning or lackluster home heating system can leave you unexpectedly bearing the worst conditions of the winter months. Avoid this bitterly cold reality with furnace and heating system tune-ups from Chapman Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing. Our expert HVAC contractors can provide quality service and help you reap the benefits of a well-maintained furnace when winter rolls around.

Heating system maintenance from our team will keep your home’s furnace running at high efficiency all winter long. At Chapman, we’re award-winning, have over 40 years of experience, transparent pricing, background-checked and drug-tested employees, and over 3,000 4+ star reviews.

Preventative HVAC Maintenance Checklist for the Fall & Winter in Indianapolis

When you schedule heating system maintenance from Chapman, you can feel assured we’ll take all of the necessary actions to make sure your heating system is prepped for the fall and winter. Here is what you can expect our team of experts to do when they visit your home for HVAC preventive maintenance: 

• Check Thermostat Settings.

The thermostat is the director of your desired comfort levels. We’ll make sure your thermostat settings are in a sufficient place to get the comfort you’re looking for while still saving energy where you can.

• Tighten All Electrical Connections.

We’ll thoroughly inspect your heating system and tighten all electrical connections as well as measure voltage and currents on the motors. Without tight electrical connections, your heating system won’t work as efficiently and can lead to much bigger problems.

• Lubricate All Moving Parts.

Much like the tightening of electrical connections, moving parts require special care. Your Chapman technician will lubricate all moving parts within your heating system so they don’t dangerously grind together. Friction of these moving parts can cause you to consume more energy and subsequent issues have a higher chance of happening.

• Check and Inspect the Condensate Drain.

We’ll also check and inspect the condensate drain in your home’s heating system. We’re specifically checking for clogging as blockages can lead to water damage and affect the indoor humidity levels in your home. 

• Check the Heating System Controls.

For proper and safe operation, your heating system needs to start, operate, and turn off when it should. We’ll check your heating system controls to make sure this is happening. 

• Check Gas or Oil Connections.

Then, your Chapman expert will check gas and oil connections such as where the natural gas or oil feeds into the chamber of the heating system. This will make sure everything is tight so the possibility of a hazardous leak happening is decreased. 

• Check Gas Pressure.

We’ll check the gas pressure reading of your furnace or boiler to make sure they are at ideal levels. 

• Examine Burner Combustion.

A testing of your heating system’s burner combustion capabilities will also be performed. This is to make sure your heating system is running safely and fuel is burning efficiently. 

• Heat Exchanger Inspection.

Heating system maintenance from Chapman also includes the inspection of the heat exchanger. Chapman’s HVAC technician will inspect the unit for cracks, damage, and leaking to make sure it’s not dysfunctional and has the potential to become a safety hazard. 

• Change Air Filters.

Dirty or clogged air filters prevent your heating system from running at peak efficiency, thus not providing the heating you’re expecting. With our HVAC maintenance check, we’ll change your air filters so they’re perfectly clean and free of debris.

There are various steps involved in maintaining your heating system. We also work on gas furnaces, heat pump repair and maintenance, and a variety of other heating system services. Our Chapman HVAC contractors are happy to answer any questions you may have during their visit.

Call us at (317) 207-9378 or contact us online to schedule your furnace tune-up in Indianapolis, Lebanon, Fishers, or surrounding areas.

Benefits of Scheduling Preventative Heating System Maintenance Annually

Scheduling preventive heating system maintenance shouldn’t be viewed as a chore. Preventive heating system maintenance provides homeowners benefits such as: 

Avoid Costly Repairs & Breakdowns

Annual heating system maintenance catches any issues before they spiral out of control into something bigger. This puts homeowners in the advantageous position of avoiding costly repairs or a complete system breakdown in the future. 

Prevent Safety Issues

Various heating system inspections geared toward checking for combustion issues and gas leaks are directly for the benefit of preventing safety issues. Making sure everything is safely in order gives you peace of mind that your home and family aren’t in a vulnerable space. 

Improve Energy Efficiency

Preventative maintenance on your heating system can also improve your energy efficiency. Lower your bills and enjoy the warmth. Your heating system will be running at optimal efficiency, making the most out of the energy your home is consuming. 

Longer Operating Life

Heating systems littered with issues won’t last long, major issues and breakdowns are more likely to happen. Heating system maintenance keeps issues to a minimum. A heating system free of numerous or larger issues has the potential to see a longer life of operation. Either fulfilling the expected furnace lifespan or going above it. 

Improve Indoor Air Quality

Heating system maintenance tackles areas of the heating system like air filters, which are known to become dirty and clogged. Air filters with large amounts of dirt, dust, debris, allergens, and other things can seriously hinder the indoor air quality of your home. After preventative heating maintenance is conducted, your home will see an improvement in indoor air quality due to the elimination of these contaminants.

Frequently Asked Questions:

How Often Should You Have Your Furnace Serviced?

You should get a furnace tune-up or service at least once a year. For optimal efficiency, homeowners should have their furnaces serviced before temperatures drop in the fall and winter months.

By scheduling maintenance before using your heater for the first time in the winter, our experts can detect and address any potential furnace or gas furnace repair problems before they become bigger and more expensive to fix.

How Do You Maintain Your Heating System?

You can maintain your heating system by:

• Make sure your thermostat is set at a reasonable temperature
• Cleaning or changing the system’s air filters every 1 to 3 months 
• Inspecting and cleaning your home’s warm-air registers, radiator, or baseboard heater so they are debris-free and clear of any obstructions

What Is A Heating System Tune-up?

Heating system tune-ups are a service focused on the cleaning and inspection of the unit’s various components and moving parts for needed maintenance or repairs. Tune-ups keep the furnace running at an efficient level and free of issues to prevent a complete system breakdown.

Trust the Experts at Chapman for Heating System & Furnace Tune-Up in Indianapolis & the Surrounding Area

Scheduling preventive heating system maintenance is one of the most advantageous tasks a homeowner can do. Located in areas across Central Indiana such as Indianapolis, Carmel, Greenwood, Noblesville, and Westfield, Chapman is the leading HVAC company in the region worth trusting. Our team is dedicated to excellence and constantly improving our skills, always staying up to date on the latest industry practices. 

Contact us today for a heating system and furnace tune-up and enjoy better heating capabilities meant to withstand the coldest months of the year.