As wintertime approaches, your thoughts might turn to if or when you should turn on your home's heater. However, after sitting dormant all summer long, the heater may not be in any condition to be used safely. You may need to have it maintained or fixed before you can turn on your home's heater for the season. You can restore its function and safety by hiring a professional heating repair contractor to service it for you.

Lighting the Pilot Light

One of the most basic tasks the heating repair contractor can handle for you involves lighting your heater's pilot light. You might be unable to reach the flue where the light ignites. You also cannot turn on the heater safely without having the pilot light relit.

The heating repair contractor you hire can get the pilot light relit for you quickly and easily. They might first clean off the gas flue to make sure there is no carbon buildup. The heating repair contractor can then turn on the gas, relight the pilot light, and ensure your heater can be used again safely.

Replacing Faulty Parts

The heating repair contractor you hire can also replace parts in the heater that are broken and incapable of being used properly. It may be unsafe to turn on a heater that has hoses with leaks or holes in them, for example. You also may be unable to turn on the heater if it has broken or frayed belts.

The heating repair contractor can inspect the heater and make sure all of the parts are intact and safe to use. They can replace those that are broken or showing signs of aging. 

Changing Out Filters

The heating repair contractor can also locate and change out your heater's filters before wintertime starts. You may not know where the filters are located in the heating system. You also may be unsure of what size filters the system uses.

The heating contractor can take out the dirty filters and replace them with new ones. They may have the right size filters in their service truck and be able to carry out this service in a matter of minutes.

A professional heating repair contractor can offer numerous helpful services. This contractor can relight your heater's pilot light safely. You can also hire a heating repair contractor to replace or repair broken parts and replace dirty filters in your home's heating system.

Contact a local heating repair service to learn more.