Home renovations are an excellent way to improve your home’s functionality, comfort, and energy efficiency, but they may also affect your furnace.
Set aside some time to protect your furnace during renovations.
It’s the last thing you want after completing an expensive renovation job. When remodeling, consider the storage location of construction supplies and equipment. To prevent dust from escaping, store it in a shed or garage at least 50 feet from your house. This is especially important when renovating a furnace since construction dust may enter the vents and create issues. If adjacent work is underway, cover your vents and air ducts to prevent debris from entering and coming into contact with the hot surfaces and to ensure that your furnace continues to function. In addition, any exposed or unprotected gas lines should be covered before, during, and after construction since they can cause fires if not protected properly. When renovating any room of your house, make sure to remove any debris or dirt around the furnace. Avoid ladders near furnaces (incredibly open flames). Ensure that electrical cables and appliance gas hoses are not touching these surfaces. Know the furnace’s position before you begin any work. Make sure that combustibles, such as paints and gas cans, are removed from the area to avoid being knocked over by mistake. Gas lines, especially those under sinks and cabinets, should be protected. You don’t want to start a fire that forces you out. Working near a furnace requires caution. It can lead to severe injuries and costly repairs. Make sure you are kept in the loop whenever decisions are made to improve your house and prevent your furnace and HVAC. Take safety measures to ensure a successful renovation.