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.

Hereโ€™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 wonโ€™t be sitting in the cold during our visit!

Why Join an HVAC Maintenance Plan?

Find the Every Degree Protection that fits your budgetโ€”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.

“The team was excellent they work hard and well together. They are very consciences of making sure all the fitting that needed to be attached were done properly and tested. They clean their equipment and the working area very well. Thank you for hiring excellent employees. Juan”

- Juan M.

“Long and Willis replaced my 26 year old furnace. They were on time, professional, and kept me informed of there progress while at my house. They did a nice job of cleaning up and went the extra mile by removing the non-working humidifier. I have no complaints”

- Patrick W.

“My wife and I are in our 80's, the gentleman Art and Todd that came to install our new furnace and air conditioner, we're so respectful and curtious, explaining everything they were doing, on time, they cleaned up everything, the best experience going with North Winds. Thank you.”

- Julius B.

“We needed to replace our furnace, air conditioner, and water heater. Todd, Peter, and Art arrived on time on the scheduled date, and were polite, friendly (knew our names), and respectful. They installed drop clothes from the entry door, down the stairs, across the basement, and into the mechanical room, and wore booties the whole time. They went right to work, and completed the job in just over 1.5 days (while the estimate had quoted three days). They removed the old system components from the house each day, and cleaned up. When the work was done, they took us downstairs and spent quite a bit of time showing us how to use the various features. We could not have been more pleased, and highly recommend Northwinds!!”

- Karen L.

“Rick was great very prompt and professional he answered all my questions and took care of our furnace and air conditioner. Will be using northwinds again!”

- Damien S.

“Cody worked very hard all afternoon to repair our furnace, having to locate a part & then doing the routine 6 months air conditioner check up. He was knowledgeable & filled us in often with what he was doing.”

- Connie G.