AC Maintenance In Houston, TX

AC Maintenance in Houston, West Houston, Northwest Houston, TX, and Surrounding Areas

AC Maintenance & Air Conditioning Tune-Up in Houston, West Houston, Northwest Houston, Texas, and the Surrounding Areas

Maintenance from Northwind Air Conditioning, Heating & Mechanical Services Inc. means an AC that lives up to its promise.

Staying disciplined about AC maintenance is crucial in keeping your HVAC system performing at its best. Regularly scheduled maintenance will reduce the wear and tear on the system, save you money on AC repairs, reduce your utility bills, and protect your investment in your HVAC system. Your HVAC system’s efficiency depends a great deal on regularly scheduled maintenance and AC tune-ups. The cost of running an inefficient HVAC system can be considerably more expensive than an AC tune-up appointment with Northwind AC.

AC Maintenance Benefits

The saying “well-oiled machine” is perfectly fitting to describe the benefits of regularly scheduled AC maintenance. Regularly scheduled AC tune-ups can identify faulty parts, refrigerant needs, clogged drain lines, and AC filters that need to be replaced and our NATE-Certified technicians can repair them quickly and easily. These maintenance repairs increase the lifespan of your HVAC system, reduce AC repairs, reduce utility bills, and improve HVAC efficiency.

Northwind AC and Heating AC Tune-Up & Maintenance Checklist

• Check filter – replace if provided.
• Check thermostat.
• Check UV light.
• Lubricate the motor if applicable.
• Check indoor coil/pressure drop.
• Check drain lines (check only for a tune-up and clear for maintenance jobs)
• Check the secondary drain line.
• Visual check for freon leaks
• Check safeties and controls.
• Check electrical components.
• Check condenser coil (check only for a tune-up -clean for maintenance job)
• Check service valves.
• Check crankcase heater operation.
• Check capacitor.
• Check contactors & relays.
• Check refrigerant charge – temp/ pressure relationship.
• Check and record return air temperature.
• Check and record supply air temperature.
• Check and record Discharge pressure.
• Check and record compressor amps.
• Check supply and return static pressure

Routine AC Maintenance Improves Indoor Air Quality

Indoor air quality can be compromised by an improperly maintained HVAC system. The first sign of decreased indoor air quality is mugginess, odors, and accumulation of a large amount of dust. AC repairs and cleaning provide enhanced indoor air quality that removes allergens, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), pet dander, pollen, and other airborne contaminants. The improvement to indoor air quality can reduce allergic reactions, improve asthma, and provide better air quality for many other respiratory conditions.

Routine AC Maintenance Can Extend the Lifespan of Your HVAC System

The thought of replacing your HVAC system brings anxious feelings for most homeowners when considering the replacement costs involved. Regularly scheduled HVAC tune-ups allow you to get the most life out of your HVAC system possible. While inspecting your HVAC system, our NATE-Certified technician can identify problems well before they become larger issues which in turn can reduce your AC repair costs. Neglecting these repairs can cause your HVAC system to wear faster than normal.

Regularly Scheduled AC Maintenance Reduces Repair and Replacement Costs

Routine maintenance not only extends the lifespan of your HVAC system, but it can also reduce the number of repair costs. For example, inspecting the condensate drain for clogs can prevent the overflowing of the drain pan which can cause extensive ceiling damage.

Northwind AC is dedicated to protecting your peace of mind as a homeowner.  We guarantee our AC service and employ some of the best technicians in the industry. We only use the highest quality products and replacement parts that allow you to trust our service technicians to provide professional, transparent, and honest work. Routine tune-ups are an investment for homeowners that should never be postponed or neglected.

Regular use takes its toll on every type of air conditioner so take the proactive approach of annual maintenance. Contact us today to schedule your next maintenance visit.