Furnace and Heat Pump Maintenance

Furnace and Heat Pump Maintenance Cost

$80 per system

Gas Furnace Maintenance Checklist

• Check thermostat operation
• Check that heat cycles on and off
• Check flame sensor and clean
• Check drain and pressure tubes for leaks, clogs, or build up
• Check condensate trap for build up
• Replace the air filter or clean if reusable
• Inspect blower motor bearings
• Check blower belt wear and tension
• Inspect flue for rust or corrosion
• Check flue has proper orientation and clearances
• Record ignitor ohms
• Inspect burners for corrosion and efficiency
• Inspect heat exchanger for cracks, soot & rust.
• Record exhaust Carbon Monoxide reading
• Record blower motor amp draw
• Record inducer motor amp draw
• Record manifold pressure
• Record temperature rise
• Record static pressure
• Check fan controls
• Inspect all safety controls for proper operation
• Inspect condensate drain line if applicable
• Provide customer with written report of readings and recommendations for repair, if any

Electric Heat Maintenance Checklist

• Check thermostat operation
• Check that heat cycles on and off
• Replace the air filter or clean if reusable
• Inspect bearings on blower motor
• Inspect blower belt, wear, tension
• Check voltage to unit
• Check amp draw on blower motor
• Check amperage draw on each element
• Check total amperage draw on elements
• Inspect heat sequencer
• Inspect electrical wiring and connections and tighten as necessary
• Record temperature rise
• Record supply temperature
• Inspect heat anticipator
• Provide customer with written report of readings and recommendations for repair, if any

Heat Pump Maintenance Checklist

• Check thermostat operation
• Replace the air filter or clean if reusable
• Check indoor coil cleanliness and condition
• Inspect condenser motor bearings
• Record condenser motor amp draw.
• Inspect contactor for pitting
• Record all capacitor readings
• Record voltage to outdoor unit
• Record refrigerant charge, superheat and subcooling
• Record compressor amp draw.
• Check crankcase heater operation, if applicable
• Verify defrost controls
• Check reversing valve operation
• Record coil temperature splits
• Chemically clean condenser coil, if necessary
• Inspect condensate drain, trap and pan
• Provide customer with written report of readings and recommendations for repair, if any

Why Maintain Your Furnace or Heat Pump System?

• Lowers monthly utility bills
• Extends operable life of the system
• Avoids costly breakdowns at inopportune times
• Maintains your unit’s warranty status with the manufacturer for the life of the warranty

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