Summer days can be blisteringly hot in Broken Arrow, so why even think about fall maintenance on your HVAC system? Because, to recycle a few old chestnuts, there's no time like the present and time flies. Before you know it, chilly fall days have already arrived and your furnace may or may not be ready to efficiently supply heat against the chill. Not only that, but your A/C unit may be struggling to dispense cool air in order to combat summer heat and humidity. Act now by calling an HVAC-trained technician who can ready your furnace and check out your A/C so that both work at optimum efficiency.Time for a Tune-UpA qualified technician follows a checklist for fall maintenance on HVAC systems and knows what to tune up and what to change out. Things that need checking include:
Properly functioning start-up and shut-down controls
Air filters that may need cleaning or replacing
Any obstructions in the condensate drain that can promote bacteria, mold and mildew growth
Lubrication of moving parts to reduce friction and wear, and increase overall efficiency
Performance and settings of thermostat, and possible upgrade to a programmable thermostat for ease and energy-saving factors
Integrity of electrical connections and voltage measurements for all electrical parts and components; loose or faulty connections can be serious problems waiting to happen
Heat exchangers and burners, fuel lines and connections thoroughly checked and maintained to avoid potential fire or health hazards (Burners and exchangers in either oil or gas furnaces often become fouled with dirt that interferes with proper burner operation.)
A/C evaporator and condenser coils that may require cleaning, refrigerant level checks and ascertaining that all blower parts are in tip-top condition
The best time to prepare for fall is during the summer months, while there's still time for needed checks, maintenance and repairs on your Broken Arrow home's heating or A/C system. For more information or expert advice concerning a fall maintenance check-up on your HVAC unit or any other home-comfort issues, contact Air Assurance.Our goal is to help educate our customers in the Tulsa and Broken Arrow, Oklahoma area about energy and home comfort issues (specific to HVAC systems).
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