Martens Minute: Furnace

When heating and cooling systems are functioning well, you barely realize they’re there. But, like anything, wear and tear can take a toll over time. When left unattended, this can mean less comfort, higher utility bills and, at worst, sudden breakdowns.

Sometimes it’s hard to know when a furnace is in trouble — and when a prompt repair is needed. Luckily, there are some signs you can watch out for that will tell you. 

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, the perfect home temperature is 68 degrees Fahrenheit. Why? This is considered to be the lower end of comfortable for most people — and by keeping your thermostat set slightly lower, it’s easier for your furnace to keep up.

Winter is definitely upon us. And with falling temper­atures comes the need to get your home ready for our cold season — preferably before it actually hits. Today, the experts at Martens Plumbing & Heating have some simple tips and techniques you can use to winterize your home before the snow starts to fall