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Residential Maintenance Service

Residential Maintenance Service is a must to ensure that your heating and AC continue to function. Maybe you are beginning your search for an HVAC service company to perform preventative maintenance? There’s a chance that you’re not clear about everything a residential preventive maintenance program includes. If you already have a preventative maintenance contract, you could be out in the cold about whether you and your
neighbors are getting the same value and service!

That’s where an HVAC preventative maintenance checklist comes in handy.

While preventative maintenance agreements can differ, the most important thing is that you’re getting what you signed up and paid for.

First, let’s look at a checklist covering tasks typically included in the preventative maintenance (PM) agreement. You can use this checklist when comparing companies and prices.

Fall/winter preventative maintenance tasks

Your HVAC service company performs these HVAC preventative maintenance tasks to check your heating system and prepare it for the heating season. Complete these steps to avoid unexpected furnace woes this winter.

Replace filters on heating equipment
Inspect ignition burner assembly
Examine the heat exchanger or heating elements
Study flue system and ensure secure attachment to the furnace
Inspect for gas leaks with gas furnaces
Assess gas pressure
Check belts and pulley tension
Clear drain lines and pans
Check electrical connections
Lubricate motors, bearings, and other moving parts
Check thermostats and controls
Inspect heat pump cycling
Examine ductwork and vents
Check fan and blower operation and adjust as needed

Spring/summer preventative maintenance tasks

Your HVAC service company performs these preventative maintenance tasks to prepare your air conditioning system for the cooling season ahead.

Clean or replace filters
Test thermostats and controls to make sure temperatures and timer functions are correctly set
Change batteries
Check electrical system and connections
Clean condenser and evaporator coils
Clear drain pans of any standing water to avoid overflows
Clean drain lines for proper flow and clear clogs
Replace worn belts
Check for debris around outdoor unit
Inspect ducts for mold, dust, and debris or air leaks
Observe relative humidity levels
Check refrigerant system for leaks
Lubricate motor bearings and moving parts
Check fan motor(s)
Inspect cabinet for air leaks and check cabinet door for proper closure
Check blowers and blades for proper airflow
Provide air purification options.

Preventative Maintenance Checklist

Use this HVAC preventative maintenance checklist as a
guideline and avoid costly HVAC repair bills! Whether you are a homeowner or a business, HVAC maintenance is necessary!

Contact an HVAC company expert today! Call us at (425) 582-0473.

Now that you know some of the basics covered under preventative maintenance contracts, you can begin the conversation with a few different HVAC service companies.

You don’t have to get locked into a one-size-fits-all agreement. Look for a company that adjusts your HVAC preventative maintenance contract based on your needs, equipment, and budget.

Contract terms can differ significantly. You might limit the annual HVAC maintenance tasks on one system, such as AC. You might choose a quarterly maintenance program. That option works best when you need more frequent service to change filters in tough-to-reach places and clean coils. Often an additional appointment is required around June for coil cleaning on outdoor units in areas with many Cottonwood trees.

Twice-annual preventative maintenance is our number one seller! It’s wise to schedule these visits in the spring and fall before the peak air conditioning and heat seasons.