Just like a car requires tune-ups and oil changes to stay running at peak performance, an air system requires preventive maintenance to keep you comfortable while still maintaining efficiency. An HVAC contractor can perform a thorough maintenance that will ensure you are protected from unexpected breakdowns and that your energy costs will stay down.
When an HVAC professional shows up to inspect your air system, they will typically have a checklist of all the things they will do. These lists help them make sure they are preparing your air system for another year of efficient operation that will keep you comfortable. Here are some of the steps that are typically included that you should insist on having done:
- Thermostat settings checked: This will ensure that you stay comfortable at home while saving energy when away.
- Lubricate all moving parts: Without lubrication there is more friction in the motor. This increases the amount of electricity you end up using.
- Tighten electrical connections: Faulty connections can make for unsafe operation, reducing the lifespan of many of the major components.
- Clean condenser coils: These are responsible for cooling the air. When dirty, they can work up to 20 percent less efficiently.
- Adjust blower components: This will make sure your airflow is optimal and that there is no blockage preventing air from getting through.
- Check gas connections and burner combustion: A very important step that will ensure there are no dangerous gas leaks and that your burner is operating properly.
- Check refrigerant: There is a very specific level that manufacturers recommend the refrigerant be at for various air conditioners and it needs to be adjusted for efficiency.
This preventive maintenance will help keep your air system running and should replace any need for repair costs. In fact, the savings that you create by having your air system running optimally can eventually offset the cost of the maintenance itself.
For more information about what to expect from a preventive maintenance or to schedule one for your home’s air system, contact Marsh Heating & Air Conditioning today. We have proudly served the Twin Cities area for over 33 years.
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