How Often Should Your HVAC System Be Serviced?
Arrange professional HVAC maintenance at least annually, ideally before the season of heaviest use. For combined heating and cooling systems, spring cooling and fall heating checkups may be appropriate so each operating mode is examined before contractors become busiest.
Get HVAC Inspected
HVACs represent close to 50% of your monthly utility bill. Be sure they are working efficiently by having cooling inspected the Spr and heating in Fall. This is critical to ensure your HVAC system is healthy and catch problems before they cause a break-down. Just be sure to select the RIGHT HVAC provider!
Is annual HVAC service necessary?
Routine service can catch unsafe electrical connections, drainage problems, airflow restrictions, and wear before peak-season operation.
What should an inspection include?
ENERGY STAR recommends checks of controls, electrical connections, voltage and current, condensate drainage, coils, refrigerant level, and airflow-related components as applicable.
Should heating and cooling be serviced separately?
A heat pump may be reviewed as one system, while separate furnace and air-conditioning equipment may warrant different seasonal checks.
What signs require service now?
Unusual sounds or odors, short cycling, poor airflow, water near equipment, repeated breaker trips, or failure to maintain temperature should not wait for routine service.
Turn this advice into a simple home-care routine.
Correct Home Care can email you when it is time and keep the important details handy when you need them.
General guidance reviewed against ENERGY STAR. Follow product instructions, local requirements, and qualified professional advice for your home.