Top 5 Reasons HVAC Maintenance Is a Savvy Bi-Annual Investment
Regular HVAC maintenance is no different than managing your car’s longevity or your own health. You wouldn’t just wait until your car was coughing smoke down the highway to take it into the mechanic, and it wouldn’t make sense to wait until you were completely debilitated to see a doctor. Routine care is necessary for essential commodities in your life, and preventative care of your HVAC system is no different.
Most repair services and HVAC manufacturers recommend bi-annual maintenance service during the spring and fall during peak cooling and heating seasons. The top five reasons why HVAC maintenance should never be skipped include:
- Peace of Mind – Regular maintenance insures your HVAC system is in working order. By calibrating the thermostat and performing an acid wash on your AC’s condensing coil in the spring, you’ll have a handle on the summer heat. When you have an expert technician test for carbon monoxide leaks and inspect your heat exchanger in the fall, you’ll not only stay warm but also keep your family safe by reducing fire hazards and toxic fumes.
- Economize Energy Costs – Prevent unpleasant utility bill surprises. When you commit to recommended HVAC maintenance, your well-maintained system runs more efficiently than a neglected one. By providing your HVAC system with regular maintenance like filter and belt changes, lubrication, calibration, and cleaning, your system will run more reliably, leading to up to 30% in energy savings, according to a 2010 report from EMCOR Services¹.
- Avoid Voiding Your Warranty – You may never think of this particular caveat, but some manufacturers will void their product warranty if you don’t perform proper maintenance on your HVAC system. Maintain the life of your system, fuel its efficient operation, and keep your warranty valid by making sure you keep bi-annual service appointments on the calendar. Doing so will keep you and the manufacturer happy.
- Regular Maintenance Costs Less Than Repairs or Replacements – Don’t let the perceived burden of HVAC maintenance costs scare you. In reality, putting off regular maintenance can rack up the bills much more quickly than adhering to regular service calls. Just like doctor’s exams, preventative maintenance greatly reduces the chance of costly equipment malfunctions or failures. You’ll also extend the life of your system, preventing you from investing prematurely in an entirely new system.
- Environmentally-Sustainable – It always pays to go green, in every aspect of your life. With regular HVAC maintenance you contribute to a healthier environment. Beyond draining your budget, a poorly-maintained system also drains precious energy resources. Do your part towards saving the environment by scheduling bi-annual service visits to keep your HVAC system running as efficiently as possible.
Maintaining HVAC systems certainly isn’t just a protocol the manufacturer’s devised; it’s put in place to yield a host of benefits for you, your family, and the world. At Gorman Mechanical, we offer a premium HVAC maintenance plan that helps you easily extend your investment in your system. For more information, visit our website or give us a call today.
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I met with Gorman Mechanical’s Sales Manager. When he came out I had a bad taste in my mouth due to some misrepresentations made by another company that happened to be A rated on Angie’s List. Because of this I’m certain I was on the defensive and asked a million questions. He was very patient and took plenty of time answering all my questions. He was very knowledgeable and helped educate me on my options and the advantages/shortfalls of each. When I came to the actual bid, I felt it was very competitive compared to other bids I’d received. I felt so well informed and confident at that point I cancelled two other appointments I’d made for that day and signed up with Gorman Mechanical. He was able to promptly arrange a great deal on financing the bulk of the cost, leaving me to pay out of pocket for a couple last minute additions (extended warranty/Reme Halo). They did not want this until installation was complete. A couple days later they installed my new system and I’ve been very happy with it. Shortly after installation I had several other questions about maintenance and a small amount that was overcharged upon installation. He was very responsive answering my questions and arranging for a prompt refund check to be sent. Fortunately, it isn’t often that I need to spend so much money on an important purchase like this, but I felt very confident with my decision and going through the process with him and Gorman Mechanical made it painless. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Gorman Mechanical to friends and family.
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