Check-ups for the kids, any pets, and the car all have their purpose. You want to make sure everything is working as it should, and the preventative HVAC maintenance isn’t much different. Scheduling regular, preventative maintenance for HVAC equipment helps homeowners stay “in the know” on their system.
Before the season's switch, make an appointment with the local HVAC company to make sure everything is okay with the cooling system. No one wants to wake up to a broken AC unit right when the weather starts heating up! Make sure the technician reviews the following on the system (and with you) for a job well done.
What’s Covered in The Cooling Tune-Up?
The annual maintenance process should always include a detailed review of the inside and outside components of the cooling system. It’s important to get an AC tune-up done once a year to prevent unnecessary issues. Scheduling the service during the cooling season can help you get the best benefits.
It will be easier to keep repair costs down and extend the lifespan of the AC unit
There are many different technical parts to review in the unit. Testing each of these areas takes a little time, but going through them one by one will help the technician identify any air conditioner problems that may occur. If you can isolate errors to a single step in the system’s process, it will be easier to keep repair costs down and extend the lifespan of the AC unit. the cooling tune-up should always include tests for:
- Check operating pressures and temperatures
- Superheat measurements
- Temperature drop at return and supply air
- Contactor condition and operation
- Proper operation of controls
- Wiring and electrical connections
- Fan and inducer motor voltage and amperage
- Function of capacitors and relays
If all of those tests are completed in good working order, the tech would then move on and perform steps for ongoing maintenance. Because dirty units won’t be able to run properly, these items are very important for every tune-up. A few more details can help keep the system running at peak efficiency:
- Lubricate blower motor, condenser fan, and other moving parts (if needed)
- Clear the condensate drain for overflow protection
- Clean outdoor condenser unit for proper airflow
The final steps on the checklist relate to customer care. the technician should always be ready to review the key concerns about the AC’s operation and be able to address the following for a full-service review:
- Check thermostat and adjust (if needed)
- Evaluate air filters, and clean or replace (if requested)
- Review equipment condition and answer any questions
If the HVAC technician can complete the following, you will probably be all set for annual maintenance. As the old adage goes, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of savings!”
HVAC Savings with Annual Maintenance
At LCS, the HVAC discounts are included in the LCS Gold Star Membership or LCS Platinum Star Membership Scheduling annual maintenance is also smart for homeowners looking to save money. Some HVAC companies offer special discounts for their annual maintenance clients. At LCS Heating and Cooling, these HVAC discounts are included in the LCS Gold Star Membership or LCS Platinum Star Membership. Each membership comes with a monthly payment option—and tons of great savings.
Available for both residential and commercial customers, these memberships work to give you maximum efficiency for the heating and cooling tune-ups at the minimum cost. Both Gold and Platinum Star Memberships offer 10% off repairs, 15% off indoor air quality products and services, and discounted after-hours rates. If anything does go wrong with the unit, it’s great to be a member.
Gold Star Membership automatically gives you $20 off service calls, and even waives the service call with a paid repair of over $300 during regular business hours. Platinum Star Membership includes a year’s supply of filters, plus a waived service call for any paid repair during regular business hours. Platinum members also get to participate in our special loyalty program. The longer you stay on the maintenance plan, the more benefits you receive. You can even earn up to $700 towards a full system replacement!
Quality HVAC Service with LCS Heating and Cooling
The HVAC preventative maintenance and other air quality upgrades help keep the home comfortable and energy-efficient. (And the savings aren’t bad, either!) If ready to give the HVAC units the care they need for a great, long-term performance, give LCS a call.
