Keep Your System Running Smoothly with Our Comprehensive Cooling & Heat Pump Check-Up
Routine maintenance is the key to extending the life of your cooling system, lowering your energy bills, and avoiding unexpected breakdowns. Our expert technicians follow a detailed checklist to make sure every part of your system is operating at peak performance.
Here’s what we check during your Cooling & Heat Pump inspection:
- THERMOSTAT – Check for loose connections and short cycling. If possible, check or calibrate temperature readings.
- SPLIT TEMPERATURE – Measure temperature difference between the return and supply. Temperature drop should be about 20 degrees.
- AIR FILTER – Check your filtering system, look for dirty or clogged filter. A dirty/clogged filter can restrict air flow. (Filter should be changed monthly)
- AIR DISTRIBUTION – Check the air flow and registers throughout the home. Recommend 0.8 D.B. registers to help balancing.
- AIR DUCTS – Examine the air ducts to ensure ducting and vents are clean. For better air quality, ducts should be cleaned if dirty.
- DISCONNECT BOX – Make sure all connections are tight. Look for signs of fatigue or burn marks. Replace if necessary.
- SURGE PROTECTOR – Check for a surge protector on the disconnect box. If not, recommend installing one for unit protection.
- FUSES – Check fuse condition. If fuse is swollen, burnt or bad, replace the fuse. Check disconnect box for loose connections or leaks.
- CONTACTOR – Check contactor for worn or pitted pad and points. Check for possible discoloration of burnt wires. Replace part if needed.
- KICK START, RELAYS / TRANSFORMERS – Inspect all parts for loose wiring or worn-out parts, ensure parts are securely mounted.
- RUN CAPACITORS – Check microfarads on all caps. Recommend replacement if not within tolerance. Check for oil or disfiguration, replace if bad.
- COMPRESSOR – Check starting amp draw along with running amps. Compare to unit ratings. Look for burnt wires at compressor terminals.
- CONDENSER FAN – Check amp draw against max ratings. If needed, oil motor. Check for loose bearings.
- CONDENSER COIL – Ensure condenser coil is clean and free of debris. Check coil for damaged fins.
- REFRIGERANT – Check system pressure to ensure proper charge. If system needs more than 2 pounds of refrigerant, DO NOT add refrigerant until leak is repaired.
- BLOWER MOTOR – Check amp draw against max rating. If needed, oil motor. Check to ensure motor & wheel are clean. Ensure wheel spins freely.
- EVAPORATIVE COIL – Check and make sure both sides of coil are clean. Dirty coils cause poor system performance and early breakdowns.
- CONDENSATE DRAIN – Make sure drain is free of debris & bacteria. Check PVC for loose or cracked parts. Look for signs of overflow (rust).
- PLENUM – Make sure plenum (elbow) is sealed correctly and no air is escaping to the outside. 8–10 elbows leak, usually underneath.
- ROOF JACK – Check and make sure the roof jack is sealed properly, as well as checking redwood and vibration pads/condenser pad where applicable.
Call Now to Schedule Your Check-Up
Don’t wait for a breakdown to realize your system needs attention. Let our team give you peace of mind with a professional Cooling & Heat Pump check-up. Call us today to book your appointment and stay comfortable all season long!
