A question I get asked by my customer is what is included in comprehensive heater maintenance especially when they are looking at HVAC products for sale.
I have been an HVAC specialist for a couple of years, and there are seasons when I get that question numerous times.
During Spring and Fall, many homeowners will tend to schedule tune-ups for their heating devices, so they ask about the processes involved. Since most heating businesses charge about the same for maintaining an electric HVAC, many customers ask this question to know if they can omit a process to reduce the charges. In essence, the process depends on the heating equipment. For electric heating systems, the process is shorter than its gas boiler counterparts. The HVAC serviceman also has to change the HEPA filters to promote airflow and indoor air quality. Ductless electric heat pumps don’t need ductwork hence the name. The tedious prose of laying the ductwork is omitted during the heat pump installation. Like in many machines, parts of a heater tend to wear out, so we need to regularly replace these parts to promote the unit’s optimal function of the unit. In the tune-up process of any device, we always examine the wireless thermostat to ensure it works well. As a heating technician, I often recommend that my customers check whether the regulator is promptly communicating with the system and whether it is responsive whenever you need to change the temperature. A good regulator will help you save money on your energy bill. The tune-up process is also part of the energy-saving tips list. When the system functions optimally, it does not need to use up a lot of energy.