Steps to winterize your HVAC system before Oklahoma's first freeze and potential ice storms.
Don't wait until the first freeze to find out your furnace doesn't work. Schedule a professional inspection in September or October. A technician will check the heat exchanger for cracks (carbon monoxide risk), test the ignitor, clean the burners, check gas pressure, inspect the flue, and test safety controls. This $100-$150 investment prevents emergency calls during ice storms.
Oklahoma ice storms can drop temperatures below 10°F for days. Insulate exposed pipes in garages, crawl spaces, and attics. Know where your main water shut-off valve is. During extreme cold, open cabinet doors under sinks on exterior walls and let faucets drip slowly. Disconnect and drain outdoor hoses. If you'll be away, never set your thermostat below 55°F.
Oklahoma ice storms can knock out power for days. Have flashlights, batteries, blankets, and a battery-powered radio ready. If you have a gas fireplace, know how to use it during power outages. Never use a gas oven, charcoal grill, or generator indoors — carbon monoxide kills. Consider a portable propane heater rated for indoor use as a backup.
Walk around your home and feel for drafts around windows, doors, electrical outlets, and where pipes enter walls. Apply weatherstripping to exterior doors. Caulk gaps around windows. Add foam gaskets behind outlet and switch plates on exterior walls. Check attic insulation — if you can see the ceiling joists, you need more insulation.
If your furnace fails during a freeze, ARP Heat And Air offers 24/7 emergency service. Charlie answers the phone personally and has responded to emergency calls within 30 minutes. Save our number now: (405) 413-0583.
At ARP Heat And Air, we've been helping Oklahoma homeowners with their HVAC needs since 2011. Our owner Charlie brings 14+ years of hands-on experience and is known for giving honest, practical advice — not trying to upsell you on services you don't need.
If you have questions or need HVAC service in the OKC metro area, give us a call at (405) 413-0583. We offer free estimates, same-day service, and 24/7 emergency response.
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