Service Call / Tune Up

Regular tune ups are one of those things many people wonder if they’re really necessary. Well, we’re here to tell you that they are.

You don’t need to have someone come out every other month. But getting your unit checked out a couple times a year can be beneficial in a variety of ways. We suggest scheduling one tune up in the spring, and one in the fall. These bi-yearly maintenance checks can help fix small problems before they turn into big ones and extend the life of your system.

Tune up AC before spring time and Furnace Tune before winter time. Once per year Tankless Boiler or Tankless Water Heater. It’s what you need!!

There are a few reasons why you should stay on top of your AC maintenance, and why spring and fall are optimal times to do so.

1. Extend the Life of Your Unit

Maintaining an AC unit is like maintaining a car. It can be a pain to do, but we all know getting the oil changed and rotating the tires will help the car have a longer lifespan. Anyone with an AC unit should look at it in this same light. It’s an investment.

A well-maintained unit can last, on average, between 10-15 years, compared to an ignored unit that may only last seven years. That means you could be spending anywhere $4,000 – $10,000 for a new unit (pending seer and size) eight years sooner than necessary if you don’t maintain your AC system.

2. To Increase Its Efficiency

Many times HVAC technicians can spot problems while they are small. Sometimes it’s pretty clear a part is about to fail or there will be a problem because mice have been in the attic chewing electrical wires.

Sometimes we spot clogged filters or condensate drain lines that are in need of service. We see these a lot when we are doing AC tune-ups in the spring.

Occasionally, we spot enough dust or debris that can make it difficult for your HVAC system to circulate air. For example, we find bushes and vines growing all around an outdoor condensing unit a lot. When that happens, it’s hard for your outdoor unit to operate efficiently. This can lead to higher energy bills at the end of the month.

Over time it will cause parts to wear out more quickly or the worst case scenario is that your unit will stop working at all.

3. To Reduce the Likelihood of a Breakdown

It’s not uncommon for an AC or heater to break down when you need it most. If it does, your best option is to call a licensed HVAC technician to check it out.

If it’s a serious problem, you may have to freeze in the cold or suffer in the heat for a while before the technician takes care of the issue.

By scheduling a tune-up the fall, the technician will check your HVAC system for any potential issues before the temperatures become extreme. This decreases the likelihood of it breaking down at the wrong time.

4. To Reduce Humidity and Provide Better Air Quality

If your home is not comfortable and the air feels muggy or humid, your HVAC system might be in need of a repair or a tune-up.

It could be that the filters have not been replaced and dust, pollen and mildew have accumulated through the dormancy period. This can greatly degrade your indoor air quality and your system’s ability to circulate air properly.

High humidity and excess dust in the air can also lead to unwanted smells. What’s more, poor air quality could lead to a host of respiratory complications, especially for people with allergies.

5. EPA Recommends It

No, regular HVAC maintenance is not just a sales pitch for HVAC companies.

It’s something that the EPA and its program, Energy Star, recommend for homeowners across the country to save energy and keep the indoor air quality clean. It’s the best way to ensure that your HVAC system runs smoothly, and it also increases the lifespan of your HVAC system.

6. To Prevent Costlier Problems in the Future

An HVAC tune-up helps identify problems early on before they spiral out of control. It costs significantly less to address a problem early on than waiting for it to become more serious and more expensive to fix.

During a tune-up, the technician inspects all parts of your HVAC system to make sure it’s in good working order. A simple tune-up could save you a bundle in the long run.

Plus, it’s also better to make repairs when the weather is still comfortably cool in the spring or fall. That way if you have to repair your system or even replace it, you have some time to weigh the options. It’s stressful to make those decisions in the heat of the summer or on the coldest day of the year.

Think Fall and Spring for Your HVAC Tune-ups

Hopefully, you’re now convinced that fall and spring are the best times for your HVAC tune-up. That way, you won’t have to worry about your system breaking down right in the middle of winter or summer.

In fact, HVAC systems break down much less often if at all when regular maintenance is done on the system. But, it’s hard to remember to get it done sometimes, which is why HVAC companies like PHD Heating & Cooling offer maintenance plans for customers who want to plan ahead and keep their HVAC investment in tip-top shape all year round.

Furnace Tune Up

The same for Furnace Tune Up. Keeping your older furnace or heating system in good shape is also the best way to prolong its lifetime and ensure you’re getting the greatest efficiency possible from it each year. Without a furnace tune-up every year, your older HVAC system will be much more likely to lose efficiency quickly and runs a higher risk of failure, particularly during high-use periods when the weather is coldest. Thus, furnace tune-ups by professional HVAC technicians protect the remaining lifespan of your heating system so you won’t have to worry about high heating costs, pending breakdowns, or heating system replacement in the near future.

Especially if your furnace or heat pump has been performing well over the past few years, you may wonder whether it’s really necessary to schedule a heating tune-up before winter. Heating systems incur normal wear and tear as they function throughout the season. While this wear and tear may not cause a breakdown, it will cause a decrease in furnace efficiency over time, which leads to higher-than-necessary heating bills. The only way to ensure your energy bills remain consistently as low as possible is to schedule a furnace tune-up each year to check and clean your system. This reverses the effects of wear and tear, also correcting any efficiency losses associated with yearly use to restore your heating system to like-new condition and top-level performance.

By having PHD Heating & Cooling to check in on your unit a couple times a year and keeping it in the best shape possible, you’ll also end up saving yourself money in the long run. The sooner you find and fix an issue, the less expensive it will be to do so. Also, a cleaned up unit will run more efficiently and save you money on your monthly utility bills.

Call us today at (312) 409-33-26 or contact us online to schedule a visit with one of our specialist.