Today’s natural gas systems and appliances are exceptionally efficient, safe and high-performing. As our region’s leading natural gas installer and service team, LG Jordan Oil & Gas has helped countless families in Apex, Raleigh, Fuquay-Varina and surrounding communities to get the most from their home equipment.
With the seasons changing in the Tar Heel State, it’s an excellent time to take care of some annual maintenance for your natural gas products. Here are five simple steps that can ensure their safe, efficient operation.
Natural gas tends to burn efficiently in well-maintained burners, but grease build-up on stoves and grills can create a fire hazard in your home. If you haven’t done so, please soak and scrub the grates and other removable hardware on your cooking appliances.
Also of note — when gas burns efficiently, the flame should be blue. If you’re seeing yellow or orange flames, your natural gas isn’t burning completely. Contact us to look at the issue for you.
Gas water heaters are generally reliable and efficient at keeping your showers steamy, your water taps warm and your hot-water appliances running effectively. However, sediment can accumulate in the tank and negatively impact their performance.
It’s important to flush your water heater tank once a year. Grab your owner’s manual for the details, but here’s the gist: First, turn off the burner and close the cold-water intake valve. Then, hook up a hose to the drain valve and let the tank drain. Once that’s done, flush the tank with more cold water, close the drain valve and refill it.
If you have a forced air heating and cooling setup in your home (i.e., a furnace and/or central air conditioner), it’s crucial to check your system’s air filter once a month. Dirty filters can lower your indoor air quality and reduce HVAC efficiency. If the filter is dirty or clogged, either clean or replace it, as instructed by your furnace instructions.
It’s always a good idea to clean off your dryer’s lint filter after each cycle. But once a year, you should give your dryer’s lint trap a thorough vacuum and wide-down. This can help your dryer’s performance in a variety of ways:
It’s always a good idea to bring in a professional team to safety-check your gas-fired equipment to make sure your fuel is burning fully and combustion products are venting correctly. The LG Jordan Oil & Gas team is always available to check your systems and appliances so you’ll have peace of mind that they are running safely in the year ahead.
Need professional service for your natural gas equipment? Reach out to LG Jordan today.
