How Does HVAC Preventative Maintenance Operate?
During regular preventive maintenance, a qualified HVAC technician will do several checks and take different steps, such as:
- Looking for leaks and making sure there is enough refrigerant in the system
- Checking and retightening all electrical connections
- Leak testing gas lines and routine maintenance
- Condenser coils are checked, cleaned, and straightened to guarantee optimal airflow.
- Lubricating mechanical components
- Turning the system on and off to confirm the thermostat is working correctly
- Air filters should be checked regularly and cleaned or replaced as required.
Even though it’s thorough, preventive maintenance doesn’t take long and doesn’t interfere with your business activities. The owner of an HVAC system may rest easy knowing that a professional has checked and maintained the system as effectively as possible.
Maintaining the HVAC System That Benefits You
It’s helpful to keep an eye on the “health” of your HVAC system. But how does it help business owners or people who own their homes? Getting on a program of preventive maintenance has many benefits, such as:
Stopping expensive breakdowns
When a part of an HVAC system breaks, it can cost a lot to fix or replace it. And it’s especially hard to write the check when you find out, as often happens, that the problem could have been avoided with regular maintenance or even a quick, cheap fix.
Bringing down energy costs
It costs a lot more to run an HVAC system that isn’t working as well as it should than one that is kept in top shape.
Getting the system and its parts to last longer
Like all mechanical systems, HVAC systems have a “life expectancy,”meaning they will need major repairs and replacements at some point. But if you can put off paying a bill of $5,000 for two years instead of paying it now, think about how that would help your finances as a business owner or homeowner.
Keeping the warranty on your system
When a warranty claim is made, most manufacturers of HVAC systems ask for proof of annual maintenance. If you haven’t had your system serviced at least once a year, and preferably more often, they may turn down your claim.
Leaving the least amount of environmental damage when your heating, cooling, and ventilation systems work well, they use less fuel, which is good for the environment. Also, as new technologies emerge, your HVAC technician can suggest ways to reduce your impact on the environment even more.
Taking care of your home or business
HVAC systems are made to work safely, and it’s safe to say that they rarely cause damage to a business or home. Even so, they are powered by electricity, natural gas, and other fuels that can be dangerous if they are not controlled and used properly. It’s important to have a technician find a small leak or other problems before they get worse.
What is the recommended frequency for HVAC maintenance?
How often you should do preventive maintenance on your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems will depend on the size of your heater and air conditioner, how often you use them, and other things. Generally, it would help if you had a trained HVAC technician check your system and fix it at least once a year. Maintenance may need to be done more often for systems that are used a lot.
Another reason multiple visits per year can be helpful is that it is best to have your air conditioner serviced right before the hot summer months and your heater before the cool winter nights and mornings.
Why not just call when you need service on your HVAC system?
If you want to keep up with your regular dental check-ups, your dentist will advise you to schedule them in advance. Appointment delays often occur because people forget to set reminders or to check their phones. Have you ever noticed that when your dental visit nears its conclusion, most dental offices will ask you to arrange your next appointment? Why? In the middle of a busy day or week, it's easy to forget to schedule a follow-up visit, even if you set an alarm to remind you to do so in six months.
Maintaining a healthy HVAC system is just as important. You might put a note in your calendar to contact Coolerman in a year, but if you sign up for a preventive maintenance program, you'll be far more likely to stick to the plan.
You may rest easy knowing that you won't have to wait days or weeks to see your physician if you enrol in a program. Instead, both you and the doctor put the appointment on your calendars to ensure it really takes place when it's supposed to.
Even though preventative maintenance is inexpensive, it's still helpful to know when your appointment is so you can set aside money in your budget.
Expert Advice for Optimizing HVAC
Finally, a preventative maintenance program for your HVAC system provides you with frequent advice from a skilled specialist who ensures your system is properly optimized and working smoothly.
If you're not an HVAC guru, all you can do is follow the manufacturer's filter-changing instructions and cross your fingers that the rest of the system continues to function normally. Businesses and homes that participate in preventive maintenance programs report feeling more at ease knowing that their HVAC systems have recently been inspected and repaired, or will be serviced soon.Coolermanoffers a wide range of services, some of which are system design, system installation, and system maintenance.