Arkansas HVACR NewsMagazine January 2023

HVACR NewsMagazine January 2023

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21. Start the furnace one last time to ensure that everything you took apart is back together and that the furnace is running smoothly. Clean up How can the customer see that you've done a good job on the maintenance? Well, if everything is sparkling clean, then they can physically see that you've done something to make their system better. Be sure to clean off the surface of the furnace and make sure that it looks nice for the client. Cleaning the area immediately under and around the furnace also helps the customer, as they don't have to worry about disturbing the equipment while cleaning. A good rule of thumb is to clean everything about one foot from the unit. (Of course, if you made a mess outside that range, you should clean that up.) It can be hard for customers to tell whether maintenance agreements are worth their while if they can't notice any major performance differences, but a clean system is sure to boost their confidence in you and your company. Even though this gas furnace maintenance procedure may seem a bit long, it's a critical process for the customer's comfort and safety. Gas furnaces have more inherent risks than heat pumps, and routine maintenance is crucial to making them as safe for your customers as possible. Again, I'd like to thank Michael Housh for sharing his procedure with us and allowing us to share it with you all on the HVAC interwebs. 22. Clean the outer surfaces of the furnace.