Red Deer Home Heating & Cooling Calendar

January

Deep cold

0 of 3 done

Check the furnace filter.
Why it matters
It works hardest this month.
Keep outdoor vent pipes clear of snow.
Lower the humidifier on the coldest days.
Why it matters
If windows frost, it's too high.

February

Still winter

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Change the filter if it's grey.
Watch for cold rooms and note them.
Test carbon monoxide alarms.

March

Late winter

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Check the heat pump's outdoor unit is above the snow.
Bleed radiators if any stay cool at the top.
Plan any furnace replacement before next fall.

April

Spring melt

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Book an AC or heat pump check.
Why it matters
Before the first warm spell.
Clear meltwater and debris from around the outdoor unit.
Clean the humidifier pad.

May

Warming up

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Switch the thermostat to cooling when needed.
Turn off the humidifier water supply for summer.
Change the filter.

June

Early summer

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Clear cottonwood fluff from the outdoor coil.
Check the AC condensate drain.
Close west-facing blinds in the afternoon.

July

Peak heat

0 of 3 done

Check the filter monthly.
Open windows on cool nights.
Book a repair if the AC ices up.

August

Late summer

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Book a fall furnace tune-up. See tune-ups.
Why it matters
Before the rush.
Rinse the outdoor coil with the power off.
Order spare filters for winter.

September

Fall prep

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Have the furnace or boiler serviced.
Test the furnace before the first frost.
Replace the furnace filter.

October

Heating season

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Switch the thermostat to heat.
Turn the humidifier back on and clean it.
Seal drafts around doors and windows.

November

First cold snaps

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Keep outdoor vent pipes clear.
Check propane levels if you use propane.
Keep a spare filter on hand.

December

Holidays and cold

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Keep furniture and decorations away from vents and returns.
Test CO alarms.
Know where your furnace switch and gas shut-off are.

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