{"id":753,"date":"2018-11-12T11:00:59","date_gmt":"2018-11-12T16:00:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aircreations.net\/blog\/?p=753"},"modified":"2018-11-07T05:50:03","modified_gmt":"2018-11-07T10:50:03","slug":"common-mistakes-that-lead-to-heating-repair","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aircreations.net\/blog\/heating-service\/common-mistakes-that-lead-to-heating-repair\/","title":{"rendered":"Common Mistakes That Lead to Heating Repair"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"cold-sweater-man\"The heating system in your home should last you anywhere from 10 to 20 years so it\u2019s understandable that you\u2019ll need heating repair at some point, but there are ways for you to avoid the need for heating repair. If you could avoid the need for costly repairs\u2014wouldn\u2019t you? We understand homeowners here in Westfield and how easy it is to accidentally incur damage to your heating system.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s why we\u2019ve comprised helpful tips down below to help you avoid repairs in the future. While preventative measures are helpful to your HVAC system, we understand that certain factors are outside of your control. When you need repairs, go with a responsible team with more than 60 years in the industry.<\/p>\n

Incorrect Thermostat Usage<\/h2>\n

Are you using your thermostat correctly? It\u2019s something you might not give much thought to especially nowadays when the systems within your home are made to be as user-friendly as possible. But you should <\/em>pay attention to the way you use your thermostat. According to data collected by The Washington Post, most people have no idea how to use their thermostat<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Are you someone who comes in from our cold New Jersey conditions and cranks up your thermostat as high as it can go? This is actually hurting you! Raising your thermostat up to a high temperature won\u2019t heat your home up any faster. Your HVAC system is always going to blow at the same consistent speed and force, the only thing that changes when you set your thermostat to a high temperature is how long your home will heat. Your heating system will try to achieve the high temperature you set and run for a very long amount of time. This unnecessarily raises your energy bills.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re concerned about coming home to a warm house, we understand, but try upgrading to a smart thermostat<\/a> to address this issue instead. Smart thermostats can be set remotely so you can ensure that your home is getting toasty before you\u2019ve even arrived home. Smart thermostats also help you save money by learning your heating habits and highlighting opportunities to boost energy efficiency.<\/p>\n

System Neglect<\/h2>\n

When was the last time you had your heating system maintained? If you can\u2019t remember, you\u2019re increasing your risk of a system breakdown or a need for heating repairs. Annual preventative maintenance is a necessary measure to keep your HVAC system running well.<\/p>\n

We understand that it\u2019s common to forget about annual maintenance until it\u2019s far too late or procrastinate when scheduling these services which is why we cultivated our own maintenance plan. The Air Creations, Inc. Comfort Plan includes:<\/p>\n