2026 Edmonton Winter Heating Maintenance Checklist Fortified HVAC & Refrigeration Services 780-267-8883 | david@fortifiedhvacr.com HOMEOWNER CHECKS [ ] Check the furnace filter and replace it if dirty or overdue. [ ] Set the thermostat to heat and confirm the furnace starts. [ ] Confirm warm air reaches supply vents. [ ] Keep supply vents and return grilles open and unobstructed. [ ] Keep the furnace access area clear of storage and combustibles. [ ] Inspect outdoor intake and exhaust pipes for snow, ice, leaves, or nests. [ ] Listen for banging, rattling, squealing, grinding, or repeated buzzing. [ ] Watch for inconsistent heating, short cycling, rising utility bills, or repeated shutdowns. [ ] Test carbon monoxide alarms according to the manufacturer's instructions. LEAVE THESE TASKS TO A QUALIFIED HVAC TECHNICIAN [ ] Heat-exchanger and combustion inspection [ ] Burner, ignition, gas, and venting checks [ ] Electrical connections, blower, controls, and safety-control testing [ ] Condensate drainage and operating-performance checks [ ] Diagnosis of unusual noises, no-start conditions, or repeated shutdowns WHEN TO BOOK SERVICE Early fall is usually the best time to schedule professional furnace maintenance in Edmonton, before sustained cold weather and emergency demand. If your furnace will not start, heating is inconsistent, utility bills are rising unexpectedly, or you notice unusual noises, request service now. SAFETY If you smell gas or a carbon monoxide alarm sounds, leave the building immediately, call 911 and your gas utility, and only contact Fortified once you are safe. Book heating service: https://fortifiedhvacr.com/services/heating-furnace-edmonton