If you skipped your annual furnace inspection last fall, you can check two items off your to-do list by scheduling it now and having your technician perform an A/C check-up too. Regular HVAC maintenance can help you:
Avert dangers such as gas and deadly carbon monoxide (CO) leaks, and the risk of explosions and fires.
Find and fix small issues before they grow into expensive repairs.
Prevent undue wear on key system components, which can help you avoid an inconvenient and costly equipment failure.
Extend the service life of your vital HVAC equipment, and satisfy the requirements of your manufacturer's warranty.
Improve the energy efficiency of your entire heating and cooling system, which will save you money year round.
The tasks performed during a comprehensive HVAC system tune-up can vary, but typically, a reliable professional will:
Check that the thermostat is functioning correctly to ensure that you have a comfortable living environment, and that you're saving as much energy as possible.
Measure the voltage and current on your system's motors, and tighten all the electrical connections.
Lubricate all the moving parts to reduce friction and prevent excessive energy consumption.
Inspect and clean the system's condensate drain to prevent a backup and the risk of water damage in your home.
Test the system's built-in safety controls to ensure proper operation.
Check the equipment's startup cycle to ensure that it starts, runs, and shuts off as it should.
Clean the blower components, and make any necessary adjustments to increase your comfort and improve the overall system efficiency by as much as 15 percent.
Clean the condenser coils to ensure effective and efficient cooling.
Check the A/C refrigerant level to maximize efficiency, and prolong the equipment's service life.
Examine the heat exchanger(s) for signs of corrosion or cracks.
Test for correct gas pressure, and check all fuel connections.
Check for proper combustion, and clean the furnace burner(s) if necessary.
To learn more about the benefits of scheduling an air conditioning and furnace inspection, contact us at Air Assurance. We've proudly served the HVAC needs of Broken Arrow area homeowners for over 30 years.
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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