"Several years ago we moved into our home. Everything seemed to be working good and our A/C seemed to be cooling as it should. A few weeks ago- my son woke us up in the middle of the night and the house was very hot-it seemed that during read more
Maintenance & Prevention
Preventing your Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning equipment from breaking down will save you time and money in the long run. Our maintenance program will inspect and maintain heating and cooling systems regularly. With R.S. Andrews' preventative maintenance program, you will benefit from trustworthy and professional maintenance service.
Enjoy the peace of mind that comes from knowing your equipment is in good working order - with experienced technicians that can help ensure that incidents of costly repair or breakdown will be minimized. The program includes a customized inspection and maintenance of heating and air conditioning systems.
R.S. Andrews of Tidewater values customer service and wants to help you reduce energy costs. Call us today for a customized energy solution that will increase your system's efficiency and save you money.
Maintenance Tips:
- Replace your heating and cooling air filters every month that they're in use. Operating your system with old, dirty filters means energy is wasted and your system may even be damaged.
- While you're at it, check and clean the filters in your home's air cleaners and humidifiers.
- If you have a forced air heating system, check your furnace's blower compartment and blower coils. Vacuum them if you see dirt and dust there. You should also check fan belt tension, and lubricate fan and motor bearings.
- If you have a steam system, check the shut-off valve for leaks
- Bleed hot water system radiators at least once a year
- Don't keep clutter near your furnace. It's a fire hazard, and may keep your system from operating efficiently.
- To make sure you're getting the most out of your heating system, keep the heating registers and vents throughout the house free of dust, dirt, and pet hair by vacuuming them at least once a year
- Listen for odd sounds when your heating or cooling system kicks in. If you hear anything unusual, get in touch with your service professional so you can head off problems before they become serious.
- In winter months, set your ceiling fan at its slowest speed and reverse it in order to gently push warm air down from the ceiling without generating a breeze.
