Get Your Home Ready for Winter: Furnace Maintenance & AC Winterization Tips
- Aire One West
- Aug 27
- 2 min read
Get Your Home Ready for Winter: Furnace Maintenance & AC Winterization Tips
As the seasons change in Southwestern Ontario, your home comfort system needs extra attention. Fall is the perfect time to schedule furnace maintenance, heat pump tune-ups, and prepare your air conditioner for the cold months ahead. At Aire One West Heating & Cooling, we’re here to help keep your system running efficiently all year long.
Why Furnace Maintenance Matters
Your furnace is about to become the hardest-working appliance in your home. A professional maintenance visit ensures:
Safe and reliable operation when you need it most
Maximum energy efficiency to help control heating costs
Longer equipment life and fewer unexpected breakdowns
Our licensed technicians inspect, clean, and tune up every component so your furnace is ready to fire up on the first cold night.
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Heat Pump Tune-Ups: Double Duty Comfort
If you rely on a heat pump, regular maintenance is even more important. Because heat pumps provide both heating and cooling, they work year-round. A tune-up keeps the system efficient, prevents wear and tear, and ensures your home is comfortable no matter the season.
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AC Winterization: Protecting Your Cooling System
Even though you won’t be using your AC until spring, winter weather can still cause damage. That’s why winterization is a key step in seasonal maintenance.
Covering Your AC Unit: Pros and Cons
Pros of covering AC units for winter:
Protects the unit from falling leaves, dirt, and debris
Helps prevent ice and snow from building up directly on the coils
Reduces the risk of rust and corrosion over the winter
Cons of covering AC units for winter:
Moisture can become trapped, leading to mould or corrosion
Covers may attract pests or rodents looking for shelter
An ill-fitting cover can do more harm than good
Leaving Your AC Uncovered: Pros and Cons
Pros of not covering AC units for winter:
Allows natural airflow to dry out moisture
Eliminates risk of trapping condensation
No need to worry about pests under a cover
Cons of not covering AC units for winter:
Unit is exposed to winter debris and ice buildup
More spring cleaning may be needed before start-up
The safest approach? Have a maintenance technician inspect and prepare your AC for winter. Our team can advise whether covering makes sense for your unit and ensure it’s done properly.
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Book Your Seasonal Maintenance Today
The best way to protect your comfort (and your investment) is with professional maintenance. At Aire One West, we’ll:
Tune up your furnace or heat pump for reliable, efficient heating
Prepare your AC for winter and prevent costly spring repairs
Give you peace of mind knowing your system is protected year-round
Contact Us to book, or book online today and head into winter with confidence.