7 reasons why HVAC tune-ups are a smart call
Schedule some TLC for your heat pump today
Preventive HVAC maintenance isn’t the most glamorous of tasks. We get it. And we know that looking up a trusted contractor from the Quality Contractor Network won’t set your pulse a-thumping like booking a rental on the beach, finding the perfect thrift-store treasure or nabbing tix to that hot concert everyone’s buzzing about, but it can help keep you nice and cozy once winter sets in.
Now’s the perfect time to get on your contractor’s calendar too, because once winter rolls around, they’ll be plenty busy taking emergency calls from people who weren’t as diligent about maintenance as you are!
Need a little more than “calendars” and “cozy” to convince you to take the HVAC tune-up plunge? Here it goes:
1. Get a $50 rebate from TVA EnergyRight.
We’re taking the sting out of tune-up costs with a $50 rebate on your electric HVAC system tune-up. Don’t have electric heat? Make a note to schedule your AC tune-up in the spring.
2. Extend the life of your HVAC system.
If recent weather trends continue, odds are pretty good that you’ll soon be turning your heat and AC on between now and November, and that can be tough on your heating and cooling system. Regularly scheduled tune-ups help keep your unit in tip-top working condition as long as mechanically possible. And the longer your system lasts, the happier and more comfortable you’ll be.
According to ENERGY STAR, a typical maintenance checkup should include:
- Checking thermostat settings.
- Tightening all electrical connections.
- Lubricating all moving parts.
- Checking and inspecting the condensate drain.
- Checking system controls.
- Cleaning blower components and the evaporator and condenser coils.
- Verifying refrigerant level.
3. Improve energy efficiency.
Routine HVAC tune-ups also help maintain your unit’s energy efficiency. When your heating and cooling system is running at peak efficiency, you’ll keep your utility bills down, help out the environment and make sure that everyone in your house is as cool (or hot) as they think they are.
Get a free $20 gift card (for assessments completed on or before December 31, 202) and energy-saving kit. Take our free DIY Home Energy Assessment to find out where your home is using (and losing) energy.
4. Honor thy warranty.
With any luck, your HVAC unit came with a warranty. Did you know that some manufacturers may require you to maintain the unit? Fortunately, regular tune-ups conducted by a TVA-vetted member of the Quality Contractor Network take care of that pesky requirement while minimizing the likelihood of experiencing catastrophic equipment failure. A win-win, if we do say so ourselves.
5. Enjoy consistent warmth.
A heating unit that’s not functioning correctly is going to have a tough time keeping your home consistently warm. If the temperature varies from room to room, there may be a reason — and a trusted contractor can get to the root of the problem during routine maintenance, before it becomes an emergency. (You can also learn more about air sealing and duct maintenance here.)
6. Minimize emergency repairs.
Speaking of emergencies, it may help if you think of an HVAC tune-up like a routine cleaning at the dentist. That preventive cleaning is going to be a lot less expensive (and less painful) than an emergency visit.
If your AC is on the fritz, be sure to check out this article!
7. Save money with preventive AC maintenance.
Nearly all of the reasons to schedule your fall HVAC checkup boil down to this: It can save you money in the form of:
- Lower electricity bills
- Longer-lasting HVAC equipment
- Fewer emergency repairs
We said it last month when we covered air sealing, but we’ll say it again this month: An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, especially if it means you can avoid replacing your HVAC system!
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