HVAC Service or HVAC Maintenance: What’s the Difference?

                        

Here at Butler’s, we often get asked by our clients about the difference between HVAC Service and HVAC Maintenance.

Needing HVAC Service refers to needing a system diagnosed or repaired. HVAC Maintenance refers to preventative measures that help improve performance and extend the life of your system. The goal in HVAC Maintenance is to attempt to prevent breakdowns before they happen.

 

Service is usually needed when:

• Your home is not maintaining the temperature your thermostat is set at.

• You hear strange noises when the system turns on or while it’s running.

• Utility bills that are significantly higher than what you are used to paying during similar times of the year.

• Airflow is poor or doesn’t blow cold during the summer or hot during the winter.

• You notice strange smells or musty odors.

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When to get HVAC Maintenance

Your unit should have maintenance performed by a professional at least once per year (we suggest twice) to keep your system running properly. Just like changing the oil in your car, its necessary for any unit to be considered properly maintained, This also helps to reduce your energy expense & maintain your desired comfort level in your home.

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Annual HVAC Maintenance includes:

• Lubricating moving parts

• Monitoring refrigerant pressure

• Inspecting connections, motor operations, and thermostat functionality

• Testing safety controls

• Thorough cleaning of condenser coils, drains, and elements

 

Maintaining your HVAC system will cost you less in the long run by preventing repairs while expanding the life of your unit!