When October rolls around, most of us get excited about one of the most highly anticipated times of the year: Halloween! While it can be a great time to get in the holiday spirit, it’s also important to practice safety measures to make sure none of the Halloween fun poses any risks to your HVAC system or safety.
Keep Vents Uncovered
Your vents are what allow proper airflow and ventilation throughout your home. While Halloween decorations are certainly fun, if they obstruct any vents, airflow will be blocked and the overall performance will not be as strong. This can result in reduced airflow, and if your heat is on, you’ll find that your home isn’t as warm if decorations are obstructing it. This can also raise your energy bills.
Be Careful With Candles
While candles can provide the perfect spooky atmosphere, it’s important to be careful when they’re in use. Make sure they’re not too close to your HVAC unit, as anything flammable or heat-generated can ignite easily. Also ensure you never leave home with candles still lit.
Keep Your Outdoor Unit Clear
Decking out the yard in Halloween decorations is part of the holiday fun, but you should be careful about putting decorations directly on or around your HVAC unit. If small pieces get inside the unit, it can greatly harm it and even cause it to break down if it obstructs one of the inner parts.
Opening and Closing Front Door
If you’re expecting some tricker treaters, make sure you are not letting too much heat from your home escape outside when you open your doors. Especially if it’s cold out and your furnace is on and your heat is blowing, letting hot air escape will increase your energy bill. Each time you open the door, try not to keep it open for too long, making sure to close it between trick-or-treaters.
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Whatever your HVAC needs are, whether they be furnace repair, air duct cleaning, dryer vent cleaning, or any sort of installation, repair, maintenance, or replacement, you can count on Air Care Services to give you the best service possible. Contact us today for any of your fall HVAC needs in Chicago and surrounding areas!
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