Prep Your Furnace for Winter

Winters in Wisconsin can be brutal, so it’s crucial to have an energy-efficient furnace to keep your family comfortable. To prepare for winter, here are a few sprep-your-furnace-for-winterteps we recommend before you turn on your furnace.

Change Your Filters

If your furnace uses disposable filters, aim to change them every 1-3 months unless you have an annual filter. If you live in a dusty or dry climate, try to change your filters more often to preserve furnace performance and air quality.

Looking for an upgrade? We recommend the PremierOne PUREFLO Polarized Media filter, designed to fit your existing furnace.  This filter controls smoke, pollen, dust, dust mite danger and other organic and inorganic particulates.

Clear Your Intake Pipe

Take a walk around your home and locate your intake and exhaust pipes. They should be near where your furnace is located on the inside of your home. Make sure they're free of ice, snow, bird nests or insects. If this pipe becomes clogged or blocked, this impacts not only your furnace's efficiency, but it can also cause a dangerous buildup of carbon monoxide. A safe rule, make sure there is a minimum clearance of 5 feet from all plants and clutter.

Upgrade to a Wi-Fi Thermostat

All ecobee thermostats are thoughtfully designed with features that bring you comfort at home and control from anywhere. With a programmable thermostat, you can control your energy savings by matching your system's heating and cooling output to your home's demands.

Wi-Fi thermostats are programmed to recognize different predetermined "climate control zones" in your home to allow you to direct smart energy usage to match your use of interior spaces and align with your comfort preferences...cooler areas for working out and sleeping, cozier temperatures for family time and bare feet.

Yearly Maintenance

While a licensed HVAC technician should perform yearly maintenance, you can conduct some preventive maintenance on your own. Before you investigate your system, be sure to shut off power to the unit and wait for the blower to stop. You can then run a sound check by turning your unit on and listening for any unusual banging or rattling sounds. It's also a good idea to look for signs of moisture on windows or rust build-up on the vent pipe. This can indicate improper operation.

Enroll in our Comfort Assurance Program and receive specially discounted annual check-ups on your heating and cooling systems so you can relax in comfort all year long. CTC offers two plans, each ready to help protect your household from “surprises” by scheduling annual check-ups for your heating and cooling systems.

Is Your Home Ready for Winter?

Contact CTC today, where our certified technicians can ensure your furnace is running at its best.