Air Conditioner Tune Up and Maintenance
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Four Types of HVAC Maintenance Tasks
Most of the HVAC maintenance that you undertake as a homeowner is proactive and preventative, meaning you’re doing work that will help future problems from occurring. There is a lot that can go wrong with your HVAC, including leaks, corrosion, and issues with distributing hot or cold air. And everything from clogged filters to dirty coils can lead to a problem, so it’s important that you stay on top of your maintenance tasks year after year. You can’t put together an HVAC to-do list if you don’t know what you have to do in the first place. We’ve broken them in to specific timelines so that you can easily differentiate between what needs to get done right now and what needs to get done just once a year. Following this list will help you keep your HVAC in strong working order, and will also ensure that, if there is a problem, you find out about it sooner rather than later.
Type 1 Right now
Regular air condition service appointments will protect your A/C unit from many of the common mechanical problems that can lead to breakdowns and a shortened lifespan. During a service appointment, all of the following will be completed:
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Safety inspection to ensure that the unit is working properly.
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Cleaning of condenser line and all fans.
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Lubrication of fans and other mechanical components.
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Replacement or cleaning of AC filters.
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Replenishment or replacement of refrigerants.
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Testing and calibration to ensure optimal performance and efficiency start unit
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Inspect flue & diverter
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Oil motors
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Check fan belts
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Check fan blade
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Check freon level
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Check amperage draw
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Check low side pressure
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Check high side pressure
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Check temperature draw
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Check temperature drop
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Check electrical connections
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Check thermostat
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Calibrate thermostat
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Check hot water tank
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Clean air conditioner
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Remove all debris from unit
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Inspect furnace filter
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Inspect furnace blower
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Oil blower if necessary
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Check final AC temp from supply register
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Make final operation test
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Type 2 Once a month
Inspect your air conditioner refrigerant lines for leaks. These two lines, which are typically copper, connect your outdoor air conditioner to your system’s indoor evaporator coil.
Type 3 Once a season
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Replace the air filter every 90 days.
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Turn off water to the furnace humidifier in the summer.
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Replace the humidifier filter and turn water back on in the fall.
Type 4 Once a year
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Go through your home and replace the batteries in all of your carbon monoxide detectors.
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Lubricate your HVAC motor and replace the fan belt if it’s not running efficiently.
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Clean your AC condensation drain line with bleach. Directions on how to do that here.
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Take a look at your outdoor AC unit and ensure that, in addition to being free of debris, the unit is standing on level ground.
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If you follow this list and make sure to do the right tasks at the right times, your HVAC system should run well for a long time. The life expectancy of an HVAC system is about 10 to 25 years—and with preventative maintenance you can expect yours to last closer to 25 than 10.
Preventative Maintenance:
Regular preventative maintenance is quite essential because it helps your equipment stay comfortable, helps in reducing your energy bills, as well as cleaning indoor air. Maintenance also helps increase the lifespan of your HVAC system. Usually, the lifespan of most air conditioners is 15 years. However, one thing you need to know is that you should ensure your air conditioning system to be serviced by HVAC experts to ensure it is in safe hands to last longer. This is what happens during preventative maintenance;
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Checking for any oil leaks
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Shaft bearings and lube motor if required
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Checking for any vibrations or noise
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Thermostat inspection
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Inspection of the compressor operation pressures
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Servicing of the electric heat strips if needed
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Inspection of all the wiring and electrical connections
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Cleaning of the condenser coil if required
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Inspection of all fan motors and compressors
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Testing and inspection of safety controls
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HVAC Seasonal Tune-Up:
HVAC seasonal tune-up is entirely different from preventative maintenance. So, what does HVAC seasonal tune-up entail? Here are some of the things involved;
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Inspection of contacts, relays, wiring, and capacitors; this helps in avoiding expensive repairs in case of breakdowns.
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Outdoor disconnect inspectionChecking and making sure that the condensate drainer is clear
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Checking if the evaporator coil is clean
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Cleaning and inspection of the condenser
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Lubricating and inspecting the blades and condenser fan motors
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Checking the compressor amp during startup
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Also, checking other things in the HVAC system to ensure it is safe so that everything runs efficiently.
There are a few things homeowners do to ensure their air conditioner keeps running as efficiently as possible all year long. Homeowners can easily do some of these themselves, other tasks should be left to an air conditioner maintenance service professional. Here are a few tips for preventing problems from developing with your AC unit:
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Remove brush and debris near the unit.
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Clean the condenser coils every spring.
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Replace any HVAC air filters.
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Check for loose contacts or electric connections.
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Lubricate motors and bearings.
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Recharge refrigerant.
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Ensure the condensate drain is clear.
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Save Money & Energy: Clean air conditioners are able to use the energy they consume more efficiently. Less energy is wasted with each cycle and your energy bills begin to dwindle!
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Increase Comfort: Dust and dirt make it more difficult for your air conditioner to remove excess moisture and heat from the air and your comfort suffers. Eliminate this barrier to having total home comfort!
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Prevent Breakdowns: Dirt interferes with the function of the most vital components in your air conditioner causing breakdowns and interruptions in comfort. Minimize costly repairs and have Four Seasons keep your air conditioner running clean.
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Increase Lifespan: Get the most out of your air conditioner and prevent early investment in a new system by having Four Seasons keep your air conditioner in tip-top shape year after year.
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As an added benefit, we are currently offering a discount coupon that can save you $50 on this valuable service. You have nothing to lose and so much to gain, so call Sun Star to schedule your certified air conditioner maintenance today!
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