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How To Get The Best Performance Out Of Your Heating System This Winter

How To Get The Best Performance Out Of Your Heating System This Winter

Your heating system keeps your family comfortable and cozy throughout the winter months here in Kansas. But that doesn’t mean you’re happy to get a big energy bill each month because of it! In this article, we’ll take a look at some ways on how to get the best performance out of your heating system this winter. Better function, performance, and lower bills should make just about any homeowner happy with their heating system!

Best Performance Out Of Your Heating System This Winter

Heating and AC Maintenance

Don’t forget to get your tune-up before winter starts! Twice a year routine maintenance is one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to keep your heating system at peak performance year-round. When the temperature starts changing, and you need to switch from AC to heat, that’s the time for your next tune-up!

Our certified master technicians will clean out your system and prepare it for the cold months ahead, so it’s ready to warm your family on demand. It’s also a great way to head off unexpected repairs, and prevent the need for emergency service when it’s least convenient!

Give us a call to set up regular AC maintenance to make life that much easier.

Program Your Thermostat

It may sound like common sense, but that doesn’t mean it’s not great advice! Set your thermostat to be cooler during those hours your family isn’t home. Your heating system will consume less energy and reduce the strain on your equipment.

While some thermostats can take a little study to understand all the features, smart devices like the Nest thermostat can make it as simple as using an app on your phone.

Eliminate Drafts

If there are cold drafts entering your home, it can make your heating system work that much harder to keep you comfortable. No matter whether you have a furnace or a heat pump, it doesn’t need the added stress of keeping the chill-out!

With major drafts, you may be able to feel them and locate the source rather easily. But sometimes it’s a little harder to notice that cold air is getting in and lowering the temperature! Keep your eye out for weathered or aging thresholds and seals around your windows or doors. Replace these when they don’t appear to be doing as good of a job anymore.

Look for Problems With Your Heating System

Lastly, be aware of your system’s performance. If you are noticing problems with your heater, act fast. Don’t let a small repair turn into a major problem. Here are some of the most common problems we hear about:

  • Odd noises coming from your heater
  • Frequent cycling
  • Some rooms feel colder than others
  • Leaking heater

Or the heating system might just not be getting the job done as easily as it used to. If you find yourself battling a chill indoors, let our certified master technicians help! We’re just a phone call away and your family will be comfortable again in no time!

Need Help? Call Patriot.

Call Us At: 913-221-3357

Discover why so many homeowners trust Patriot Heating & AC with ALL of their Home Heating needs!

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Customer Testimonials

See why customers trust our licensed and background-checked technicians and the quality service we deliver every time.

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We’ve used Patriot for several years now and they always provide exceptional service. In particular, their technician, Gabe Simmons, is wonderful to work with. He has been the technician for our home for a few years now and always does a fantastic job. He’s friendly, welcoming, and remembers specifics about our home. I can’t recommend him enough.
Alex C.
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I love the way Patriot is organized, and gives you updates as to when your technician will arrive. Cody was just a couple of minutes past the appointment time, and apologized for it. He was professional, courteous, and shared some great information about my furnace and air conditioner. I really like the way that Patriot gives you a printed maintenance checklist; what a great idea !
Ellen M.
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We’ve had work done from Mike at Patriot a few different times and everything has been great. From replacing the entire HVAC system to tune ups, Mike has been extremely punctual, helpful, efficient, and friendly. We really appreciate his work and courteous manner with a house full of young kids. We will always call Patriot with our home needs as pricing, work, and staff have been superb. Thank you!
Matt S.
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Mike did an excellent job working in my furnace and AC units to make sure they are running at peak performance. I am very pleased with Patriot and all they do for our families comfort. Justin came back out to replace the fan motor in the air conditioning unit on warranty. Thanks to both Mike and Justin for the excellent service.
Scott K.
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Great service. Cody, the technician, is always polite, on time,, and always put plastic wraps on shoes before coming inside the house. I showed him today that my thermostat is off (according to my other 2 thermometers I put side by side). He called the company and they gave me the new one even it is after 3 years since I purchased the new system with them. Very honest company. Thank you.
v. s.
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Look no further than Patriot Heating & AC for your service needs. I have used their services for the past 4 years now and have been completely satisfied. I have found them to be honest and professional as well as highly experienced. Frank was our technician today and he demonstrated all the values I have come to expect from Patriot Heating & Air. My expectations are "Perfection is the Standard". Patriot meets those expectations.
Dane R.
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We’ve used Patriot for several years now and they always provide exceptional service. In particular, their technician, Gabe Simmons, is wonderful to work with. He has been the technician for our home for a few years now and always does a fantastic job. He’s friendly, welcoming, and remembers specifics about our home. I can’t recommend him enough.
Alex C.
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I love the way Patriot is organized, and gives you updates as to when your technician will arrive. Cody was just a couple of minutes past the appointment time, and apologized for it. He was professional, courteous, and shared some great information about my furnace and air conditioner. I really like the way that Patriot gives you a printed maintenance checklist; what a great idea !
Ellen M.
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We’ve had work done from Mike at Patriot a few different times and everything has been great. From replacing the entire HVAC system to tune ups, Mike has been extremely punctual, helpful, efficient, and friendly. We really appreciate his work and courteous manner with a house full of young kids. We will always call Patriot with our home needs as pricing, work, and staff have been superb. Thank you!
Matt S.
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Mike did an excellent job working in my furnace and AC units to make sure they are running at peak performance. I am very pleased with Patriot and all they do for our families comfort. Justin came back out to replace the fan motor in the air conditioning unit on warranty. Thanks to both Mike and Justin for the excellent service.
Scott K.
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Great service. Cody, the technician, is always polite, on time,, and always put plastic wraps on shoes before coming inside the house. I showed him today that my thermostat is off (according to my other 2 thermometers I put side by side). He called the company and they gave me the new one even it is after 3 years since I purchased the new system with them. Very honest company. Thank you.
v. s.
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Look no further than Patriot Heating & AC for your service needs. I have used their services for the past 4 years now and have been completely satisfied. I have found them to be honest and professional as well as highly experienced. Frank was our technician today and he demonstrated all the values I have come to expect from Patriot Heating & Air. My expectations are "Perfection is the Standard". Patriot meets those expectations.
Dane R.

Customer Testimonials

See why customers trust our licensed and background-checked technicians and the quality service we deliver every time.
States flag
Star icon
We’ve used Patriot for several years now and they always provide exceptional service. In particular, their technician, Gabe Simmons, is wonderful to work with. He has been the technician for our home for a few years now and always does a fantastic job. He’s friendly, welcoming, and remembers specifics about our home. I can’t recommend him enough.
Alex C.
States flag
Star icon
I love the way Patriot is organized, and gives you updates as to when your technician will arrive. Cody was just a couple of minutes past the appointment time, and apologized for it. He was professional, courteous, and shared some great information about my furnace and air conditioner. I really like the way that Patriot gives you a printed maintenance checklist; what a great idea !
Ellen M.
States flag
Star icon
We’ve had work done from Mike at Patriot a few different times and everything has been great. From replacing the entire HVAC system to tune ups, Mike has been extremely punctual, helpful, efficient, and friendly. We really appreciate his work and courteous manner with a house full of young kids. We will always call Patriot with our home needs as pricing, work, and staff have been superb. Thank you!
Matt S.
States flag
Star icon
Mike did an excellent job working in my furnace and AC units to make sure they are running at peak performance. I am very pleased with Patriot and all they do for our families comfort. Justin came back out to replace the fan motor in the air conditioning unit on warranty. Thanks to both Mike and Justin for the excellent service.
Scott K.
States flag
Star icon
Great service. Cody, the technician, is always polite, on time,, and always put plastic wraps on shoes before coming inside the house. I showed him today that my thermostat is off (according to my other 2 thermometers I put side by side). He called the company and they gave me the new one even it is after 3 years since I purchased the new system with them. Very honest company. Thank you.
v. s.
States flag
Star icon
Look no further than Patriot Heating & AC for your service needs. I have used their services for the past 4 years now and have been completely satisfied. I have found them to be honest and professional as well as highly experienced. Frank was our technician today and he demonstrated all the values I have come to expect from Patriot Heating & Air. My expectations are "Perfection is the Standard". Patriot meets those expectations.
Dane R.

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