HVAC MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST: 10 YEAR-ROUND STEPS
Failing to maintain your HVAC system increases the risk of breakdown. Instead of constantly wondering about your unit’s health, take a proactive approach with our HVAC maintenance checklist.
Seasonal maintenance not only reduces the possibility of your unit shutting down, it can even reduce your energy bills and improve your indoor air quality.
Blue Dot Services performs yearly preventative maintenance to heat pumps, gas furnaces, and air handlers. Find out what happens during routine maintenance and why it’s so important to have your HVAC units checked each year for safety, efficiency, and overall reliability. You can also give us a call and have us inspect your unit for you.
WHY YOU SHOULD INSPECT YOUR HVAC SYSTEM
HVAC maintenance includes regular inspection for anything that seems out of the ordinary. It’s not unlike getting a physical at the doctor’s to make sure you’re in good health: better safe than sorry.
When you use our HVAC maintenance checklist, you’ll enjoy benefits like:
- Preventing mid-season failures and costly emergency calls by catching issues such as motor over-amping or loose connections early
- Improving indoor air quality (through cleaner coils or fresh filters)
- Maintaining safety with tightened electrical connections or full-system checks
- Keeping your unit in peak condition for summer and winter’s extreme temperatures
Air conditioning services are just one of the ways we help keep your home comfortable. Schedule an appointment with us online if you need help maintaining your HVAC system.
5 STEPS FOR YOUR SPRING AND SUMMER CHECK (COOLING SEASON)
You don’t want to be caught with a malfunctioning HVAC during long, hot days. With these tips, you’ll stay cool and enjoy a cleaner, more comfortable home.
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Replace or inspect your air filter to improve airflow and capture contaminants.
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Clear and flush the condensate drain line to reduce the risk of leaks.
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Clean the coils to ensure your system doesn’t work itself too hard.
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Double-check the blower motor for any malfunctions so the system can circulate air.
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Test the thermostat to make sure it’s able to properly report and regulate temperature.
If you’ve inspected your HVAC, but aren’t sure if you’re spotting everything, let us take a look. Our experienced technicians will be more than happy to examine your unit before summer hits.We can also make recommendations for additional features to improve your unit’s performance, like a smart thermostat or energy-efficient replacement.
5 STEPS FOR YOUR FALL AND WINTER CHECK (HEATING SEASON)
The only season more intense than summer is winter, so you’ll need to use our HVAC maintenance checklist multiple times. While warmer seasons present a higher risk for contaminated air, colder seasons involve more condensation.
To enjoy more consistent heating throughout the home, run through this HVAC maintenance checklist once the weather starts getting cold:
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Double-check that coils aren’t freezing over, since that can cause your system to become blocked.
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Improve your home’s insulation with weather strips or upgraded ductwork so your system doesn’t have to work too hard.
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Inspect the filter and airflow to ensure heat delivery is consistent from room to room.
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Check that your heat pumps are properly expelling condensation into the condensate pan.
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Reach out to a technician to inspect your HVAC’s safety controls. These controls are crucial to monitoring hazardous gases, regulating temperature, and preventing overheating.
Need help with heating repair? Our technicians can perform both simple checks and in-depth electrical work to keep your unit working well.
WHAT DO BLUE DOT TECHNICIANS DO WHEN THEY VISIT?
While you can perform several maintenance tasks yourself, like changing out filters or checking a thermostat, you’ll need a professional for certain tasks. Blue Dot’s technicians will dive deep into your unit to perform a 21-point inspection on features like general operation, safety, or cleanliness.
Our own HVAC maintenance checklist will include the following:
- Checking the blower motor amps
- Cleaning the drain line and coils
- Tightening and testing electrical connections
- Testing for proper airflow
- Changing dirty filters
Our goal is to help you avoid frustrating breakdowns during the roughest seasons. We also want you to enjoy day-to-day comforts like cleaner air and a lower energy bill. If you need a little help checking off your HVAC maintenance checklist, we’re just a call away.
JOIN THE BLUE DOT SERVICE PLAN TODAY
When you’re trying to balance work, school, or family time, it can sometimes be tricky to schedule AC yearly maintenance. Blue Dot provides a convenient Pro Service Plan to take both scheduling appointments and maintenance checks off your plate.
Our maintenance plan provides priority scheduling for air conditioning repair and heating repair. You’ll have access to discounts, credits for replacement systems, and even a dedicated phone number. We can also perform a brand-new installation if you think you’re due for an upgraded model.
You deserve an HVAC unit that works when you need it, every time. Pair your HVAC maintenance checklist with a Blue Dot appointment for results you can count on.