It’s officially spring, which means it’s time to schedule your yearly air conditioning tune-up.
Of course, the quality of your professional air conditioning maintenance depends on the technicians that perform the service, but there are some things that most licensed HVAC companies should perform.
Professional Air Conditioning Tune-Up Steps
If you have a licensed HVAC technician inspect your heating and/or cooling system, they should perform a full inspections and cleaning, including:
- 1. Thermostat
- 2. Check/Tighten Electrical Connections
- 3. Lubricate Moving Parts
To ensure your thermostat is working properly, the technician should calibrate the thermostat and make sure it is installed properly and located away from all heat sources, including light bulbs and heat-producing appliances.
Technicians inspects electrical connections to make sure they are operating safely. Checking and tightening electrical connections catches potential electrical hazards and helps to improve the lifespan your heating and cooling system.
This ensures that you aren’t causing any unnecessary damage to moving parts with friction. Lack of lubrication causes system parts to break down more quickly, requiring more frequent repairs and/or replacements.