🍂 Why November Is the Perfect Prep Month
As the temperatures start to lower in the Dothan area, your HVAC system becomes essential for keeping your home comfortable. The last thing you want is for your heat to fail when you need it most! But why foes it matter so much?
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Temperatures are cooling, but not freezing (ideal for maintenance before heaters and pipes are pushed to their limits).
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Holiday visitors are coming! Systems need to run smoothly before the house gets full.
Here are some common things you can check off your holiday to-do list from a certified HVAC Company in Dothan, Ozark and Headland.
🔧 Heating System: Get Ready, Not Panicked
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Schedule your annual furnace or heat pump tune-up with Long Heating, Air and Plumbing before emergency calls spike in December.
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Replace air filters now to boost efficiency and air quality before the first big cold front.
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Test your thermostat and heat settings. Don’t wait for the first frost to find out it’s not working.
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Seal drafts around windows and doors to keep warm air in and energy bills low.
🚰 Plumbing: Prep Now, Prevent Later
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Disconnect garden hoses and drain outdoor faucets. It may not be freezing yet, but this prevents December pipe bursts.
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Check for slow drains before holiday cooking and guests arrive.
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Inspect water heater temperature and flush sediment to prepare for increased hot water use. We can always help with this!
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Look for signs of leaks while it’s still mild enough for easy repairs.
🏡 Bonus Comfort Prep Tip
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Clean vents and ensure furniture isn’t blocking airflow.
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Consider signing up for a Long HVAC maintenance plan before winter rush.
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Stock up on furnace filters, pipe insulation, and faucet covers now (they can sell out in December!).
Is this Necessary for the South?
Even though Alabama doesn’t always see snow or single-digit temperatures in November, the drop in humidity makes the air feel sharper and colder than most people expect. When moisture leaves the air, our bodies lose heat faster so 50 degrees can feel more like the low 40s. That dry chill also puts more strain on heating systems and can cause dry skin, static electricity, and draftier-feeling homes.
Schedule Your AC Check-Up with Long Heating and Cooling
If you notice any of these signs, don’t wait until the peak of winter to address them! Scheduling a professional inspection and tune-up now can prevent costly breakdowns later. At Long Heating, Air and Plumbing, our expert technicians are ready to keep your systems and plumbing running efficiently so you can stay warm all season long. To support the HVAC and plumbing systems you rely on year-round, we also offer a generator maintenance plan to help keep your backup power system ready when an outage occurs. To schedule a consultation, call 334-790-0977 or click here to book online.