Preparing Your HVAC System For Snowstorms

Snowmageddon's Coming: Is Your Furnace Ready?

It won’t be long before Snowmaggedon strikes again, covering your home in a blanket of snow and ice. Though it might look pretty, winter weather can wreak havoc on your homes HVAC systems. But, with a few preventative steps, you can keep your heating system operating at peak efficiency. Here’s what you need to do:

Do These Yourself:

1. Clear any vents and exhaust pipes of ice, snow, or debris before the blizzard strikes
2. Remove any snow or ice from air conditioning units or outdoor heat pumps
3. Clean your backyard of debris and dirt prior to the storm. You should also tie down any objects that can be blown about to prevent damage to your HVAC units.
4. Heat or cool your home as much as you can prior to the storm. This will put a lot less strain on your furnace.

Use a Professional:

1. Have someone check the integrity of your roof to make sure it can hold up under the weight of accumulating snow and ice.
2. Contact Central Oregon to elevate your heat pump or ac unit to protect it from flooding
3. Get a furnace check-up to ensure your system can handle the storm