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Greater Victoria Home Comfort Calendar

A month-by-month heating and cooling checklist for Greater Victoria homes, written for mild, damp winters, the odd frosty spell and summers that can turn hot.

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January

Mid-winter

0 of 3 done

Check the furnace or heat pump filter.
Why it matters
Systems run most now.
Keep the outdoor heat pump unit clear of leaves and snow.
Why it matters
Airflow matters for heating.
Test carbon monoxide alarms.
Why it matters
Most important in heating season.
When to get a pro: Replace alarms past their date.

February

Late winter

0 of 3 done

Watch that heat pump frost clears during defrost.
Why it matters
Ice that stays is a problem.
When to get a pro: Get a technician to check.
Note cold rooms to mention at your next service.
Check vents and returns aren't blocked.

March

Spring

0 of 3 done

Change the filter. See furnace checklist.
Book a spring heat pump service if it also cools.
Why it matters
Before the summer rush.
Start planning any new cooling. See heat wave guide.

April

Spring

0 of 3 done

Clear debris around the outdoor unit.
Test cooling on a warm day.
Why it matters
Better to find problems early.
Check bathroom and kitchen fans vent outside.
Why it matters
They control damp.

May

Warming up

0 of 3 done

Wash ductless head filters.
Set ceiling fans counterclockwise.
Why it matters
Cooler feel with less energy.
Trim plants back from the outdoor unit.

June

Summer

0 of 3 done

Know your coolest room for hot spells.
Why it matters
Victoria hit 39.8°C in June 2021.
Close blinds on sun-facing windows in the afternoon.
Check condensate drains on heat pumps.
Why it matters
Clogs cause leaks.

July

Dry season

0 of 3 done

Keep a spare filter for smoky days if your system can use a better one.
Why it matters
When to get a pro: Ask a technician which filter suits your system.
Rinse dust off the outdoor coil gently.
Cool the house at night with windows open.

August

Late summer

0 of 3 done

Change the filter.
Book a fall furnace or boiler service.
Why it matters
Beat the fall rush.
When to get a pro: Gas appliances need a certified gasfitter.
Plan oil furnace replacement for the off-season. See replacing oil heat.

September

Fall

0 of 3 done

Have gas furnaces and boilers serviced.
Why it matters
Safety checks before heating season.
When to get a pro: Gas work needs a certified gasfitter.
Test smoke and CO alarms.
Change the filter before heating starts.

October

Heating starts

0 of 3 done

Expect a light dusty smell the first time the heat runs.
Why it matters
A strong smell needs a technician.
Switch ceiling fans to clockwise on low.
Bleed radiators if you have hot water heat.

November

Wet season

0 of 3 done

Clear fallen leaves from the outdoor unit.
Run bathroom fans after showers.
Why it matters
Damp winters build moisture.
Keep space heaters 1 metre from anything that can burn.

December

Frost watch

0 of 3 done

Keep the outdoor heat pump unit clear of snow.
Keep the heat on when away.
Why it matters
Protects the house and pipes.
Check CO alarms.

This calendar is general guidance. Gas furnaces, boilers and fireplaces must be serviced by a certified gasfitter, and refrigerant work by a certified refrigeration mechanic.

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