Annual HVAC Maintenance
The Importance of Annual Maintenance for your HVAC System
As a homeowner, you rely on your HVAC system to keep your home comfortable year-round. However, many people neglect to schedule annual maintenance for their HVAC system, which can lead to a host of problems down the road.
Below, we will explore the importance of annual maintenance for HVAC systems and the benefits it can provide:
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Air Star offers our Annual Star Membership program.
The benefits include:
- 2 Precision Tune-ups (one in spring and one in fall)
- 15% discount on all repairs
- No diagnostic fee! Plus, priority scheduling for service and installation
- Double the warranty on repairs from the standard 1-year to a 2-year parts and labor warranty
- 3 Month interest-free payment plan with no credit check for up to $1000
- $50 referral credit for each person referred to us
Spring AC Tune-Up
- Thoroughly wash and assess condenser coil ($189 value per unit)
- Inspect blower wheel for any dirt, mold, or rust
- Inspect filters (Filters can be replaced at no charge during tune-up if supplied by customer)
- Check capacitors for signs of leaks or rust
- Check contactor for any pits or burns
- Inspect start kit, pressure switches, controls
- Check refrigerant levels
- Check the noise levels of the condenser fan motor and compressor
- Check the condenser fan motor bearings and fan blade for any cracks
- Cycle the system by the thermostat, and then reset to original settings
- Check the blower motor bearings for any issues
- Wipe off blower motor in order to verify that it is free of any leaks
- Inspect evaporator coil for dirt or mold, and ensure proper tilt
- Vacuum out both drain lines
- Check the wiring connections to the furnace, blower motor, and AMP draws
- Check for burned or discolored wires in condenser
- Verify the temperature drop from return to supply
- Check for air leaks at the plenum
- Inspect ductwork for the supply and return
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Fall Tune-Up
- Check return air chase & filter
- Check pilot tubing, burners, thermocouples, spark wires and burner assembly
- Light scan heat exchange with drop light for any cracks or holes
- Visually inspect evaporator coil for dirt, rust, or slime
- Inspect flue pipe for proper type & connections
- Tighten all electrical components and connections
- Record model & serial numbers
- Cycle A/C & heat at thermostat to make sure both operate
- Be sure UL approved gas flex is correct type
- Check & clean Thermostat
- Explain condition, age of equipment & recommendations
- Visually inspect gas pressure & flame movement
- Check induction motor
- Test for correct high limit cutoff
- Inspect blower wheel, bearings & oil motor if applicable
- Check blower set screw
- Check fan limit & fan switch for correct on/off times and temperatures
- Check for correct temperature rise across furnace
- Inspect ductwork for any leaks
- Check for proper combustion air
- Clean up any trash around work area
The advantages of a tune-up can:
- Lower Utility Bills
- Reduced breakdowns
- Increase lifespan of your equipment
- Maximize system performance
- Maximize efficiency
Our Annual Star membership provides you with so much more than just preventative maintenance and discounts. If your AC breaks down on a hot summer day, call us and we will have someone out to your home or business that same day. We have technicians on call 24/7 and we also work weekends and holidays.
You can count on a real person answering your phone call or text no matter what time of day you need us. We are locally owned and will always go above and beyond to meet your expectations. Our technicians will do their best to repair your equipment before it’s time for a bigger project. We understand times get rough, and we will work with you to give you 5 star service every time. At Air Star Now, we are just family.
Call or text Air Star Now to become a member or schedule a tune-up at 713-597-4457.
