Routine HVAC care can improve reliability, reduce unnecessary energy use, and help identify problems before the system stops working.
Replace the filter
Use the correct size and replace the filter before it becomes heavily loaded. Check it more often during heavy use, dusty conditions, construction, or wildfire smoke.
Keep outdoor equipment clear
Remove leaves and loose debris around the condenser. Maintain open space around the cabinet and never cover the coil or block the fan discharge while the system is operating.
Watch for changes
- Longer run times or reduced airflow
- New rattling, buzzing, squealing, or vibration
- Water around the indoor equipment
- Repeated breaker trips or unusual odors
- Rooms that no longer reach the thermostat setting
Use professional maintenance when needed
Professional service may include coil cleaning, drain service, electrical testing, refrigerant-system diagnostics, airflow checks, and performance measurements based on the equipment and symptoms.
If your system is noisy, leaking, not cooling or heating properly, or repeatedly shutting down, request service before the problem becomes worse.
