Do you want to spend a little less money on heating your home and repairing your furnace? Invest in annual maintenance! When it comes to your heating system’s performance, you’ll obtain incredible benefits for your home and budget with regular maintenance visits.
Galactic Air, Inc. employs the most skilled and experienced HVAC technicians in the area. Get in touch with us and you will get the most out of your heating budget and help you enjoy a safe, comfortable home.
What You Can Expect During Heating Maintenance
What happens when you schedule a heat pump or furnace tune-up with Galactic Air, Inc.? Our local HVAC technician will arrive right on time to perform the following essential tasks:
Complete Heating System Inspection
The most important part of preventative maintenance is the detailed inspection we make of your heating system, including:
- Monitoring carbon monoxide levels
- Identifying potential gas leaks
- Confirming the flue vents work correctly
- Checking the gas line for problems
- Ensuring the safety shut-off equipment works
- Inspecting the heat exchanger
- Cleaning dirt buildup off the air filter
- Confirming the flame sensor’s integrity
- Testing how hot the air becomes before circulating through your home
- Confirming the blower motor works
The technician also lubricates the heating components.
Meticulous HVAC System Cleaning
After carefully inspecting the furnace, the HVAC technician will then clean the following components:
- Flame sensor: This sensor tells your furnace it can safely activate. Cleaning it prevents misreadings that might otherwise prevent your heating from turning on.
- Filter replacement: If your filter has excess dirt blocking it, the heating maintenance technician will replace it for efficiency’s sake.
- Plenums: The plenums move air to consistently heat your home. Cleaning them maximizes airflow.
- Furnace cabinet: This cabinet houses all the components and should be dust-free to keep the rest of your system clean.
A heat pump will require a slightly different service approach.
Immediate Minor Repairs for Optimal Heating and Cooling
Does the heater require some work? The team will fix it as they go or, if it’s more serious, provide you with a price estimate for approval. Sometimes, major repairs or replacements require a second appointment to complete the job.
Does your air conditioner also require minor repairs? Our HVAC technician can often perform these repairs during the same heating maintenance appointment.
Why You Should Consider Heating Maintenance Essential
Preventive maintenance is the most important thing you can do for your heating system. Here’s why.
Improve Overall Energy Efficiency
One of the long-term benefits of maintenance is that it keeps your device running efficiently, which lowers your energy bills and maximizes comfortable conditions indoors. If everything operates in peak condition, your furnace can go easy on fuel and not strain its components. The Department of Energy estimates that annual maintenance could even lower your utility bills by around 30%.
Extend Equipment Lifespan
When you prioritize regular maintenance for your heating system, you delay replacement costs. With diligent maintenance, expect the following average life expectancies:
- 18 to 20 years for a furnace
- 15 to 18 years for a boiler
- 12 to 15 years for a heat pump
HVAC maintenance technicians also help you understand how to help your unit last longer.
Reduce Repair Frequency and Emergencies
With heating maintenance, you’ll be scheduling fewer repairs and paying a lower average price for those that do become necessary. Compare the price of annual maintenance to the cost of frequent repairs, and you’ll see the prudence of your investment.
Avoid Heating Safety Risks
A malfunctioning heating system can create a serious hazard for your family’s health. The greatest risk for a gas furnace is leaking carbon monoxide or gas. With regular maintenance, your HVAC technician will find any potential problem long before things get serious.
Note that even if you have a boiler or electric heating system, you’ll still benefit from regular maintenance to reduce pollutants in your breathing air, easing allergies or respiratory issues.
Maintain Compliance and Warranties
If you have a manufacturer’s warranty on your heating system, the terms and conditions likely include yearly maintenance from a certified professional. Ignoring this clause can force you to pay for expensive repairs if something goes wrong. If you own a business, annual maintenance also helps you comply with regulations and industry standards.
Schedule Heating Maintenance Today
When you need the most reliable and cost-effective heating maintenance, you won’t find a better company than Galactic Air, Inc. We’ll help you enjoy the cold winter days from the comfort of your home with a hassle-free process, professionalism, and fast service. Request service online or call Galactic Air, Inc. today at 757-280-2609!
