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Gas furnaces aren’t “dangerous” devices to have in your home. If they were, they wouldn’t be permitted in so many homes across the country. However, any appliance that runs on natural gas can become hazardous because of malfunctions, such as leaks in the gas line, ventilation problems that result in exhaust fumes getting pushed into living spaces, and combustion dangers.
If you know the proper safety measures to take there’s no reason you won’t enjoy a worry-free winter with your furnace. Below are our tips for gas furnace safety. If you have any furnace concerns, please call on us for furnace repair in Conyers, GA.
Our Guide to Furnace Safety
1. Always Schedule Annual Maintenance
This is the most important safety step you can take for your furnace. A regular maintenance visit for a gas furnace includes a safety inspection that checks the gas pressure, looks for cracks in the heat exchanger, and monitors the exhaust system. The other regular maintenance steps make it less likely that the furnace will malfunction. We recommend scheduling maintenance in fall, but it’s never too late to get it done!
2. Keep the Area Around the Furnace Clear
It’s important that your furnace has a clear space around its cabinet for about a foot. This allows it to more easily draw the air it needs for combustion; it also prevents heat from the furnace or a stray spark from igniting combustible materials. Because many furnaces are located in parts of the home where people store items, it’s easy for clutter to gather around the heater. Be especially careful of putting fuel or pain thinner near your furnace.
3. Check Your CO Detectors
You do have carbon monoxide (CO) detectors in your home, right? These are essential if your house uses natural gas in any way. Before you start regularly using your furnace for the winter, test all of the CO detectors in your home to ensure they’re working and don’t need to have new batteries put in or the units replaced.
4. Regularly Change the Air Filters
The furnace filter needs to be changed every 1–3 months during the winter. This filter protects the interior of the furnace from dust and other debris, but it will become congested unless it’s changed. A blocked filter can cause the furnace to overheat and create safety hazards.
5. Always Schedule Prompt Repairs
If you notice anything amiss with your furnace, such as odd noises or smells or a drop in heating power, don’t ignore it. Seemingly small problems can turn into bigger ones—possibly dangerous ones. Always call for professionals when you need assistance with your furnace. The sooner you have the problem repaired, the less likely you’ll have a hazardous furnace.
6. Know When to Replace
An old furnace can become dangerous from the years of wear even with the best maintenance. When your gas furnace is more than 15 years old, we strongly recommend calling our technicians to inspect it and provide you with an estimate on whether it should be replaced. We’ll give you honest answers about what will best suit your home.
Call Us for Furnace Service
The Premier team is dedicated to ensuring your safety and warmth each winter. We’re ready with the detailed maintenance and fast repairs you may need.