Keeping your HVAC system clean and maintained is a must. Dirt and biological growth inside your heating and cooling system can affect equipment performance and lead to higher utility bills, while aggravating asthma, allergies and other health effects. According to a Texas A&M study, “1/8 of an inch of dirt and dust build-up on the blower wheel can reduce airflow by up to 30%”. Also the Environmental Protection Agency published a study showing that “A buildup of 0.042 (1/20) inches of dirt on the heating or cooling coil can result in a decrease in efficiency of 21%”. The benefits of routine maintenance are three fold as follows:
- Occupants breathing cleaner indoor air
- Lower utility bills
- HVAC equipment life is lengthened
Most homeowners are unaware just how huge the benefits are of having preventative maintenance performed regularly on their home’s HVAC system(s). The most commonly recommended frequency is twice annually. This is similar to having the oil changed in your car every 3-5 thousand miles. Most people have been “trained” to understand the importance of getting their oil changed in their vehicles regularly. However, the average homeowner usually forgets about their HVAC system. Out of sight, out of mind. Never the less, it’s just as important for your home’s HVAC system. Many homeowners love the convenience of becoming a Planned Maintenance Agreement member with their locally trusted HVAC service company. The planned maintenance visits are scheduled twice per year by their service contractor. This way it gets done by a professional and doesn’t get forgotten. Not unlike how your Dentist office schedules your teeth to be cleaned every 6 months. It just makes good sense, and in many cases it can pay for itself by saving money on repairs and utility bills. To learn more about our Planned Maintenance Agreements (PMA’s), call us or visit our website.
