Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I worry about preventive maintenance on my Victorville HVAC equipment?
- Your system will operate more efficiency and use less energy.
- Your system will last longer.
- Better comfort inside the house.
- Reduce service calls on hot or cool days.
- Proper maintenance costs a lot less over the life of the equipment than to change out equipment on a more frequent basis.
What should a maintenance check-up from a Victorville heating and A/C expert include?
Cooling Season
- Inspect unit for proper refrigerant level and adjust if necessary.
- Clean dirt, leaves, and debris from inside and around cabinet.
- Inspect coil and cabinet.
- Inspect fan motor and fan blades for wear and damage, lubricate old models as needed.
- Inspect disconnect box.
- Inspect electrical control box, associated control/accessories, wiring and connection. Control may include contactor, relays, circuit boards, capacitors mfd, and crankcase heater.
- Inspect compressor and associated tubing for damage.
- Check fan motor body temperature.
- Clean drain line.
- Measure compressor superheat.
- Measure outdoor dry bulb temperature.
- Measure indoor dry and wet bulb temperature.
- Measure discharge and suction pressure.
- Listen for abnormal noise.
- Search for source or unusual odors.
- Check air flow.
- Clean or replace air filters.
Heating Season
- Inspect blower and wheel for debris.
- Inspect blower belt.
- Inspect combustion blower housing for lint and debris and clean as necessary.
- Inspect evaporator coil, drain pan and condensate drain lines. Clean as needed.
- Inspect for gas leaks in furnaces.
- Inspect burner assembly, clean and adjust as needed.
- Inspect ignition system and safety controls, clean and adjust as needed.
- Check limit control cut out temperature.
- Inspect heat exchanger or heating elements. Monitor gas furnace for correct line and manifold gas pressure, make adjustments if required.
- Inspect flue pressure, check for proper attachment to the furnace, any dislocated sections, and for signs of corrosion. Recommence replacement if required.
- Inspect electrical control and connection.
- Inspect ductwork.
- Measure temperature rise and adjust airflow as needed.
- Check vent system for proper operation.
- Measure furnace line voltage and amps.
- Monitor system operation per manufacturer's specifications.
- Clean or replace air filters.
- Provide system operation report and recommend repairs or replacement as required.
A Victorville HVAC expert from Turner Air Conditioning & Heating will do all of this and more to make sure that your Victorville heating or A/C units are functioning properly. We want to keep you and your family comfortable, so call us today for more information.
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