HVAC Replacement / Preventive Maintenance Motorized equipment, such as your heating and air conditioning systems, requires preventive maintenance to assure proper operation.

Heating Systems

Heating system preventive maintenance can include: Checking the furnace or boiler for the presence of carbon monoxide. Inspecting the condition of the combustion chamber/heat exchanger. Cleaning the burner and verifying proper burner flame characteristics (including gas and air adjustment). Cleaning the pilot and checking the pilot/igniter operation. Replacing belts and inspecting the motors and oil as needed (oil pump if boiler). Comparing the condition of the vent pipe to chimney and draft intensity. Removing dust and scale from the burner compartment and other key parts. Replacement of thermocouple and inspection of the flame sensor or pilot safety timing. Inspection and cleaning of the blower wheel. Identification of proper replacement size for furnace filters.

Air Conditioning Systems

Air conditioning system preventive maintenance can include: Checking proper refrigerant levels Checking all electrical components and controls Checking the condenser and filters Cleaning the evaporator and condenser coils Oiling the motors Calibrating the thermostat.

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