Which Furnace Service Plan Should I Get?

October 20, 2017

There can be some inconsistent info about furnace service plans. Do you need one? Is it worth it? What should it include? Bishop Heating & Air Conditioning is happy to provide some more information to eliminate confusion.

But I Have a Warranty

One of the most confusing things about furnace repair plans is that homeowners often assume they don’t need one because their home’s furnace is under warranty. The maintenance service plan and a warrant are two very different things—and in many cases, you actually need to have routine furnace service performed to keep your warranty valid. Scheduling these appointments will ensure your furnace is running as it should and help recognize potential problems before they become larger, and expensive, problems. A warranty commonly only covers major components of a furnace, and not labor costs, which can add up quickly. It’s critical to understand all the details of your warranty so you know what’s covered and what isn’t.

Other Benefits of Routine Maintenance

In addition to making sure your equipment is working properly, routine maintenance provides other benefits that will help you. Properly maintained systems are more likely to operate at peak efficiency, which could save you some money on your utility costs. They also help to enhance your home’s air, helping to keep your family healthier and your home cleaner.

Yet another benefit is that it helps ensure your furnace will run correctly through its busiest season—aka when temperatures are low. The last thing you want on a cold Bishop night is to have to arrange an emergency repair.

Built-In Motivation to Schedule Routine Maintenance

At Bishop Heating & Air Conditioning, our Service Maintenance Plans are specifically for regular maintenance. One of the nice things about buying a maintenance plan is that you aren’t likely to skip out on scheduling beneficial annual maintenance. We’ve realized that once homeowners invest in a service plan, they don’t forget schedule their service much better than homeowners without a service plan—and their furnace and indoor air quality benefit! Even better, our team will typically reach out to you to schedule your appointment as a helpful reminder.

If you want to learn more about furnace service plans, or if you want to get one now, call Bishop Heating & Air Conditioning at 760-784-9034 and we’ll take care of you.