Summer is the perfect time for furnace repair and maintenance, and other heating repair issues. One reason for this is the availability of furnace technicians.

Another reason is that preventative maintenance is always less stressful than furnace repair when it’s freezing outside.

Some HVAC dealers even offer incentives or other specials for heating repair services during the summer, which means they can fit you in and you won't be left in the cold.

What You Should Know About Furnace Repair

* Confirm that the furnace cycles through start-up to shut-down via your thermostat.

* Check the supply (small grates in each room) and return air (large grate, usually in a hallway) temperature to make sure your thermostat is accurate.

* Clean and level your thermostat.

* There is a safety switch on all furnace doors that “pops out” when the door is removed. Make sure this is unobstructed and clean

* Look at all the visible wiring and electrical connections for burns or unraveling/loose wire nuts or tape.

* Check the condition of your vent connection pipe and chimney for rust or gaps. Venting system parts can deteriorate over time.