6:00 AM – Starting the Day
The winter morning starts early in Minnesota when you’re in the heating service industry. As I grab my coffee and check the day’s schedule at Heating & Cooling Two Inc., I can already see three urgent calls waiting from overnight. When temperatures drop below zero, our phones never stop ringing.
7:30 AM – First Emergency Call
My first stop is in Maple Grove, where a family’s furnace decided to quit during the night. The heating system inspection reveals a failed ignitor – a common but crucial issue. Within an hour, they’re back to warming up with a new part installed.
10:00 AM – Scheduled Maintenance
The mid-morning takes me to Osseo for a planned furnace maintenance appointment. These preventive checks are my favorite part of the job because they help prevent those midnight emergency calls. I:
– Clean the burners
– Check heat exchangers
– Test safety controls
– Replace filters
– Calibrate the thermostat
1:00 PM – New Installation
After lunch, I head to Rogers for a complete furnace installation. The homeowners have chosen to upgrade their 20-year-old system. These installations typically take several hours, but ensuring everything is perfectly set up is crucial for long-term reliability.
4:30 PM – Final Service Call
The day wraps up in Champlin with a quick heating repair – a blower motor adjustment that’s making too much noise. These smaller fixes are just as important as the big jobs, keeping our community comfortable through the harsh Minnesota winters.
6:00 PM – Day’s End
Back at the shop, I complete my paperwork and prep the van for tomorrow. Every day brings different challenges, but helping people stay warm during our brutal winters makes it all worthwhile. Whether it’s Dayton, Otsego, or anywhere in between, keeping Minnesota homes cozy is more than just a job – it’s a commitment to our community.
Remember, regular maintenance is key to preventing those cold-weather emergencies. Stay warm, Minnesota!