HVAC maintenance makes a difference for McMinnville, OR homes in some ways that might surprise homeowners. Not only can the technicians from Woodward Heating Air Plumbing help you achieve the expected longevity of your HVAC system, but they can also increase its efficiency. An HVAC tune-up can even improve your home’s indoor air quality.
Be sure to take care of your HVAC. Talk with one of the knowledgeable technicians at Woodward Heating Air Plumbing about scheduling HVAC maintenance.
What an HVAC Tune-Up Accomplishes
Regular maintenance of an HVAC system typically extends the system’s lifespan between 30% and 50%. Systems under 10 years old deserve annual checkups, and ones over that can benefit from attention twice a year. Neglecting an HVAC’s maintenance for even one year can reduce its efficiency by as much as 10%, too. The combination of lower efficiency and likely earlier replacement can cost you thousands of dollars over the life of an HVAC unit.
A tune-up also improves indoor air quality. When functioning properly, an HVAC system should remove enough moisture from your house to prevent mold growth. However, a declining HVAC system may struggle to lower humidity levels. For example, a failing compressor or low refrigerant levels can inhibit the HVAC system performance enough that you might notice musty smells developing.
Maintenance is also a requirement of ownership in many cases. Many manufacturers will only honor an HVAC warranty if the owner can document that a technician has checked the unit at least annually. Likewise, some insurance policies don’t cover the fix if there isn’t similar documentation of tune-ups.
- Coils
- Compressor
- Capacitors
- Thermostat
- Burners
Our technicians will also check the refrigerant level in the system. If there are signs of a leak, we will trace and fix it before subsequently recharging the unit. We can also help owners of older HVAC sytems deal with removing and replacing outdated types of refrigerants.
We make sure the moving parts stay in good shape, too. Even if there’s just a damper sticking a little bit, annual lubrication can make a noticeable difference. We also check the belts to ensure that they’re properly tensioned and moving freely. If the fans or the blower motor seem to be struggling, we can lubricate them or replace ones that are too damaged.
A tune-up also presents an opportunity to look for problems that aren’t obvious during operation. We will check your HVAC system for corrosion. Similarly, we can verify that the condensate drain is clear.
McMinnville HVAC Maintenance Experts
Customers have trusted Woodward Heating Air Plumbing since 1989. You will find many superb reviews online, too. We are here to handle all their HVAC installation, repair, and maintenance needs. If you wish to schedule annual or more frequent maintenance, ask about one of our HVAC tune-up plans.
Our company regularly works on products from respected brands, including Mitsubishi, York, Trane, Honeywell, and Coleman, but we maintain units from all manufacturers. We work on a wide range of modern HVAC technologies, such as heat pumps and ductless mini-splits.
Your McMinnville house’s heating and cooling systems deserve attention, so contact Woodward Heating Air Plumbing to schedule HVAC maintenance.
