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Heating System

Maintenance Facts

Ideally preventive maintenance should take place just before the beginning of each heating season before the heater runs for the first time. 

What kind of savings can really be achieved by having your air conditioner tuned up?

You can expect to save around $33 per month on your cooling costs. 

Did you know that most major manufacturers require maintenance to be done annually as a condition of their warranty?

 

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heating & Air Conditioning annual maintenance

Energy Saving Agreement by Weeks Service Company

 

The Energy Savings Agreement includes:

Maintenance Agreement Pricing:

1 System: $156
2 Systems: $234
3 Systems: $312
If you have more than 3 systems please call 281-332-9555 for pricing.

If you have a gas furnace your heating system tune-up will include:

 

1. Check thermostat calibration

Benefit-Energy Savings.  An improperly calibrated thermostat will call for more or less heating than needed.

2. Remove burners and wash

Benefit-Saves energy because it creates more efficient burning.

3. Check air filter

A dirty air filter can reduce heating efficiency and increase costly energy usage and affect the reliability of the equipment.

4. Tighten all wire connections

This will prevent breakdowns and ensure safety.

5. Check and adjust airflow for proper temperature rise

One way to assure maximum efficiency of your heating system.

6. Check and adjust blower components

Proper adjustment and cleanliness of the blower and components is necessary for adequate airflow to assure proper capacity and equipment reliability.

7. Lubricate all moving parts where necessary

Poor lubrication causes drag in the motor and drive shaft, thereby requiring more electricity to overcome resistance. Lack of lubrication can ruin the bearings and burn out the motor.

8. Check and adjust burner operation

This insures smooth ignition.  The pilot light and burners are observed for proper burning.

9. Check and clean heat exchanger

to assure proper fuel combustion and avoid the possibility of creating carbon monoxide in the house.

10. Check high limit control

the principal control in the furnace to prevent overheating and possible damage to the unit and the structure it is located in.

11. Check fan control

to assure fan comes on and goes off at predetermined temperatures in order to deliver the proper temperature of air into the home.

12. Check and clean flue

Necessary to assure proper fuel draft and also to prevent flue obstructions.

13. Check manifold gas pressure

Proper pressure is required to control fuel input to the furnace burners.

14. Check heat anticipator

Located in the thermostat, it insures that the furnace will supply the heat when necessary.

15. Check for natural gas leaks

to prevent fire.

16. Check and adjust fan belt-

to maximize efficiency.

17. Inspect thermocouple and igniter

for proper burn.

18. Polish/Wash furnace exterior

to extend equipment life

If you have an Electric Heating System your tune-up will include:

 

1. Check thermostat calibration

An improperly calibrated thermostat will call for more or less heating than desired. The former will cost you money; the latter will cost you comfort.

2. Check air filter

A dirty air filter can reduce heating efficiency and increase costly energy usage.

3. Check and adjust airflow for proper temperature rise

One way to assure maximum efficiency of your heating system.

4. Check and adjust blower components

Proper adjustments, cleanliness of blower and components are necessary for adequate airflow to assure proper capacity and equipment reliability.

5. Lubricate all moving parts where necessary

Poor lubrication causes drag on the motor and drive shaft thereby requiring more electricity to overcome resistance. Lack of lubrication can ruin the bearing and burn out a motor.

6. Check high limit controls

The principal control in the furnace to prevent overheating and possible damage to the unit and structure it is located in.

7. Check fan control

To assure fan comes on and goes off at predetermined temperature in order to deliver the proper temperature of air into the occupied space.

8. Check anticipator setting

Adjust if necessary; to control furnace on-off operation; maintain an even more comfortable, controlled temperature.

9. Check operation of heating elements

To insure all elements sequence on and off properly.

10. Check all electrical connections

Resistance caused by loose connections will create excessive heat at that point, causing improper voltage to various components and making them either inoperative or causing eventual failure.

 

Your Central Air Conditioner or Heat Pump Tune-up will include: 

1. Check and clean the condenser coil

Foreign material on the condenser coil reduces the system's capacity to remove heat from the house. Benefit- Extends the life of the system and saves money on electricity.

2. Check voltage and amperage on motors

Improper voltage and amperage can reduce significantly the life of the compressor, evaporator, and condenser motor. Benefit- Extends the life of the system.

3. Check and adjust blower components

Proper adjustment and cleanliness of blower and components are necessary for adequate airflow. Benefit- Avoids costly service call, saves money on fuel costs.

4. Check condensate drain and clean if necessary

A clogged condensate drain can cause severe water damage to the furnace as well as affect indoor humidity levels. Benefit- Saves money on fuel, extends life of system.

5. Check operation pressure for proper refrigerant charge

Improper refrigerant charge, too much or too little, could damage the compressor and could cause high electric bills through a curtailment of system efficiency. Benefit- Saves money on fuel, extends life of system.

6. Check all safety controls

Essential for proper protection of system. Benefit- Assures safety of your home and family.

7. Calibrate thermostat

An improperly calibrated thermostat will call for more or less cooling than desired. The former will cost you money, the latter will cost you comfort. Benefit- Saves money on utility costs, increases comfort.

8. Lubricate Blower

Lubrication of the blower in your furnace reduces friction, thus your blower will operate more quietly and inexpensively. It will also extend the blowers life by keeping it running cooler. Benefit- Saves money, extends life of system.

9. Check that the condenser is level

A condenser was designed to operate on a level surface. The condenser will operate quietly, efficiently and for it's designed life if these conditions exist. Benefit- Extends life, avoids costly service calls.

10. Check starting capabilities

Assures system will start and operate when needed. Benefit- Extends life, saves money on fuel.

11. Lubricate outside fan

Lubrication of outside fan unit will extend the life of the system and make it less expensive to operate. Benefit- Extends life, saves money on fuel.

12. Check all electrical connections

Loose connections cause improper voltage to various components, making them either inoperative or causing eventual failure. Benefit- Extends life, assures efficiency.

13. Check temperature drop

By checking the actual degrees of temperature drop throughout your system, our technician can pinpoint whether or not your system is actually cooling your home like you want it to. Benefit- Assures total system efficiency.

14. Check fins on outside condensing unit

By checking the fins on your unit our technician can increase the air flow through your unit, saving you money and extending the life of your condenser coils. Benefit- Extends life, saves money on fuel.

15. Clean evaporator coil

Dirt and dust on the evaporator coil reduce the system's capacity to remove heat from the house. Benefit-Extends life, saves money on electric bills.

16. Inspect the suction and the liquid line

By checking the lines to be sure that they are free and clear of all obstacles and that all fittings are tight, refrigerant leakage can be prevented. Benefit- Saves money on refrigerant, helps the environment.

17. Inspect the filter

A dirty filter can reduce airflow and make your unit work harder. Benefit- Saves money on electric bills.

18. Rust proof the outdoor unit

Benefit-Prolongs the life of your unit.

 

Call today to schedule your annual maintenance for your air conditioner or heater or click to schedule Maintenance appointment online