It’s furnace season here at ClimateCare. That’s why we’re spreading true information about common furnace myths. Keep reading to find out more so you can be prepared for the winter!
Common Furnace Myths
In addition to helping homeowners get their units ready for winter with fall furnace maintenance, it’s that time of year when the same common myths come out of the woodwork:
- Crank the thermostat to heat your home ASAP
- Close vents and registers to lower your heating bill
- Don’t replace your old furnace, just repair it over and over again
- All you need is a high-efficiency furnace; nothing more
- Bigger is better when it comes to home heating systems
In reality, the truth is quite different.
Find out what they are by checking out our latest infographic.
5 Myths About Your Furnace: An Infographic
Furnace Facts
To summarize, here are the legitimate details our experts have shared about furnaces:
- Your home doesn’t heat up faster if you crank the thermostat. Instead, it will continue to heat at the same rate until it hits the set point.
- Vents should stay open to ensure proper circulation so your furnace doesn’t work overtime.
- You need to replace your furnace every 15 to 20 years.
- A high-efficiency furnace can’t compensate for poor insulation and seals in your home.
- A heating system should be properly sized for your square footage.
Now that you have the facts, it’s time to put them in action
Since 1992, ClimateCare has provided reliable and professional home comfort products to homeowners all over Ontario. And since 1992, our team of experts have heard the same furnace myths – over and over again. Now that you know the real deal behind your furnace, it’s time to experience the ClimateCare difference for yourself.
To start, you can:
- FIND YOUR NEAREST CLIMATECARE DEALER and contact them today
- LEARN MORE ABOUT our selection of furnaces
- GET INFORMATION ABOUT ClimateCare furnace maintenance
