While it is always important to keep up with the maintenance of your forced air heating and air conditioning systems, the most important thing you can do is to change the air filters frequently.
It is a good idea to inspect your vent pipes every so often for birds’ nests, especially in the spring. It is important to check each vent to prevent clogs, but especially the vent from your dryer to the outside. This vent frequently blows hot air and the twigs from the nest could ignite causing much greater problems.
Never store flammable liquids such as gasoline, primers, adhesives or solvents near your water heater, furnace, or other gas-fired appliances. This may seem obvious, but you can never be too cautious when it comes to the safety of your family and home.
