Chilly weather is upon us here in Ingham County.
Is your Okemos, MI, home or business prepared for the frosty slide into winter? When you switch your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) thermostat to heat, your furnace should be clean, inspected, and ready to operate at peak performance for the next several months.
Preventative maintenance is the only way to prepare your heating system to work safely and efficiently through winter.
At North Winds Heating & Cooling, we believe the best time for a tune-up is early fall before you use your furnace daily. Learn why.
When Is It Best to Schedule Furnace Maintenance?
Professional maintenance can be performed on your furnace at any time of the year. It is worth the investment.
But the best time to schedule it is in the fall, right before the weather gets too cold. You want to be sure you can depend on your heating system when you need it.
A fall furnace tune-up lets our North Winds Heating & Cooling professionals catch any minor issues and resolve them immediately. You will enjoy optimal comfort and peace of mind knowing your system is running safely and efficiently.
Here’s How a Fall Tune-Up Helps:
- System Safety
This is a prime reason to inspect your heating system before putting it into service. During a tune-up, our expert technicians inspect components for wear and damage that might jeopardize your well-being. For example, a cracked heat exchanger in your gas furnace could trigger a deadly carbon monoxide (CO) leak.We inspect the gas line for leaks and ensure safety controls operate correctly. We also check electrical wiring and connections on both furnaces and heat pumps. - Catching Problems Early
Running your heating system when it needs repair or cleaning is risky. Damaged or worn components you could easily swap out now may grow into big, costly problems or even a breakdown in a month or two as your system continues to operate. Fall maintenance ensures all necessary heating repairs are complete before your furnace begins working 24/7. - Better Weather
Why is this important? We turn off your furnace while cleaning or repairing it. Schedule maintenance now for a more comfortable experience during milder weather, so you won’t be sitting in the cold during our visit!
Why Join an HVAC Maintenance Plan?
Find the Every Degree Protection that fits your budget—we take care of the rest. Our North Winds Heating & Cooling professionals will maintain your furnace and other HVAC equipment to keep everything running in the best possible condition.
Our plans provide:
- Priority service
- Repair discounts
- Friendly maintenance reminders
- Peace of mind when it comes to your HVAC equipment
- And much more!
Maintenance Saves Money
Scheduling maintenance any time of the year is better than ignoring your heating system, but a fall tune-up is your best option. Maintenance ensures your equipment operates efficiently, helping you save money on utility bills.
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) points out that you can save up to 30 percent on your energy bill if you maintain and upgrade your heating equipment and insulate and air seal your Okemos, MI, home.
Ready to Schedule Your Furnace Maintenance?
Contact North Winds Heating & Cooling today to ensure your Okemos, MI, heating system is prepared for the winter months ahead. Stay warm and comfortable with our expert HVAC services! Call us today at 517-225-3430 or request service online for a free consultation.
- Jacob E.
“We called Northwinds this morning for a service call and they were able to schedule us for a same appointment. Art & Todd were our service team. They were able to address the issue we had quickly and expertly and overall did a great job. Thankyou.”
- John D.
“Allen was very professional when he came out to address an issue of our furnace pushing out cold air instead of hot even though all the settings were for heat. We are now back to a warn house in this first cold day of fall.”
- Candace B.
“I ran into an issue with my furnace at around 10pm. I called North Winds at 11am the next day and they put me right on the schedule for the same day. Allen and his partner showed up at around 3pm. Allen was very communicative on what the issue was and got the part replaced right away. They ensured the system was working several times before leaving. Great team and great company! Will definitely call them for future issues!”
- Christopher H.
“Lon and Art were very nice and did a fantastic job.”
- Mary D.
“Rick & Tyler were exceptionally polite and helpful. Diagnosed what the problem was with our furnace and were able to take care of it within an hour.
I would highly recommend North Winds Heating & Cooling for furnace & air conditioner needs.”
- Margaret P.
“Russ / Todd / Art / Peter were very professional and knowledgeable. All did a wonderful job with installation of a furnace on my first home. I would give 10 stars if I could.”
- BRIAN J.
“I’m thoroughly impressed with the quality of work and service provided by North Winds. The project involved replacing the air conditioner, furnace, and water heater. Our positive experience began with the initial consultation with Russ. Russ carefully assessed the situation and offered detailed information about the products and services Northwind offers. His communication was excellent—he responded to my questions promptly and clearly.
The installation was handled by Todd and Peter, who spent two and a half days completing the job. Their expertise and professionalism were evident throughout the process. You can tell how experienced they are as they determined what were the best approaches, sometimes involving changing existing duck work and getting additional parts from company. I especially appreciated Todd and Peter’s thoughtful approach to optimizing the connection to the chimney because of the changed furnace exhaust flow compared to the original unit. They chose a better configuration than the original setup. During testing, they were mindful of potential debris left in the pipe that could clog the screened faucet heads—small details like this truly reflect their commitment to work quality and customer care.
It’s clear that the team at North Winds takes great pride in their work and genuinely cares about their customers. I’m happy to write this review as a token of appreciation for Russ, Todd, and Peter. Thank you!”
- Dave D.
“North Winds has been servicing our furnace since it was installed in 2018. Kavin and Tyler were professional and thorough in making sure our furnace is in great shape to keep us warm this winter.”
- Trinette B.
“Thank you, Allen, for performing our seasonal maintenance today. I appreciate you answering all my questions and addressing my concerns. Thank you, also for cleaning up your workspace and being very professional. See you on 6 months!”
- Virginia Y.