Tasks That Should Come with Your Home HVAC Checkup

You rely on your HVAC system for home comfort throughout the year. The last thing you want is for the AC to shut down on a searing summer day or the heater to malfunction on a freezing winter night. The best approach to keep your heating and cooling system from breaking is to organize a regular HVAC inspection with Robinson Service Experts 

Why Does My HVAC System Have to Have Checkups? 

Your HVAC system sits behind ceilings and floors, so it’s simple to forget about it. However, a mistreated system is likely to work less efficiently, malfunction more frequently, and meet the end of its working life more quickly. 

The point of an HVAC tune-up is to keep your furnace functioning smoothly throughout the year. 

In the process, you can likely: 

• Reduce your utility bills 
• Experience a smaller number of expensive repairs 
• Add years to your system’s life 

Besides that, it’s required by manufacturers to keep your warranty in good standing. As a result of these perks, the cost of maintaining your HVAC system is an investment that pays for itself. 

It’s recommended to plan for maintenance once a year for each HVAC system. This means requesting an appointment for your AC every spring and having your furnace inspected and cleaned every fall. With this timing, you prepare the correct system to run at its best in the coming cooling or heating season. 

What to Expect During Air Conditioning and Furnace Maintenance with Robinson Service Experts 

When you hire Robinson Service Experts for heating and cooling tune-ups, expect our ACE-certified repair techs to perform a thorough visual examination and cleaning. Your AC or furnace may or may not need additional service, depending on what the tech discovers. 

Here’s a full list of the steps we complete during a system inspection and Precision Tune-Up: 

1. Inspect and replace the air filter, if necessary 

2. Examine open space close to equipment 

3. Verify installation quality 

4. Ensure appropriate system operation 

5. Adjust the thermostat 

6. Examine safety controls 

7. Calculate voltage and amperage 

8. Evaluate start-up and heating/cooling cycles 

9. Check and clean blower components 

10. Gauge system airflow 

11. Measure temperature rise 

12. Examine and fasten all electrical connections 

13. Lubricate all moving parts 

14. Measure and fine-tune the refrigerant charge, if necessary 

15. Check and clean the condenser and evaporator coils 

16. Inspect the condensate drain and use biocide treatment, if required 

Book an HVAC Inspection with Us Now 

We are proud to bring you premium air conditioning and furnace maintenance in Waukegan. In addition to doing one-time visits, we also have HVAC service memberships to enhance the benefits of regular service. We make sure that our visit is a stress-free experience, with a friendly, knowledgeable team available to answer your questions and meet your needs. You can depend on us for Expert service that comes with a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee!* 

If you need to schedule your next furnace or AC service, contact us at 847-306-8730 to request an appointment with us now. 

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