Your furnace is finally getting a break after a long winter of heating the house and it’s time for the AC part of your HVAC system to step up and cool things off this summer. The overall system has been running well, so do you really need a spring maintenance visit?
Jack Hall Plumbing & Heating technicians know the first hot day of the year means calls from people who switch their thermostats to “COOL” only to realize the AC isn’t working. Regular maintenance gives our team a chance to spot small problems before they become bigger, more expensive ones. In the spring, we can replace worn-out parts, check vital components, and make sure your HVAC system is ready for the hot weather that somehow sneaks up on us every year.
Here’s what Jack Hall’s experienced techs inspect during AC maintenance calls:
Refrigerant Levels
Low refrigerant levels make it tough for your AC unit to cool your home and can even lead to a compressor failure. Jack Hall’s HVAC technicians check for leaks, proper charge levels, and make sure the system pressure is correct. For newer systems, we’ll test the refrigerant detection sensors that warn homeowners when there’s an issue with a leak.
Blower Motor
Your system’s blower motor powers the fan that circulates air into your home’s ducts and out through the vents. Blower motors are durable, but daily wear and tear, debris buildup, and lack of maintenance can cause them to overheat, creating a fire hazard. Our techs will clean and lubricate the parts, check the blower wheel, and test the capacitor. If the motor isn’t working properly, we can quickly replace it.
Compressor
The compressor is essentially the heart of your HVAC system because it pressurizes and circulates the refrigerant, which makes cooling your home possible. Compressors run under high stress and can wear out quickly if refrigerant levels are low. Our techs will inspect this component for oil leaks, faulty wiring, test electrical components, and measure winding resistance for proper voltages so the compressor doesn’t trip the breaker.
Evaporator Coil
The evaporator coil absorbs heat from the air in your home and works with other parts of the HVAC unit to cool things off. When inspecting this part of a system, Jack Hall techs look for leaks, debris buildup, mold, icing, or corrosion. If the evaporator coil isn’t in good shape, you won’t get optimal cooling in the house. Even something as simple as a quick cleaning can make a big difference in how the coil performs.
Electrical Components
Loose connections and worn-out parts can cause system malfunctions and electrical hazards. Our technicians inspect wiring, contactors, relays, capacitors, and safety switches for bad connections, corrosion, or damage. We’ll test amperage draw on motors, verify thermostat calibration, and check circuit breakers for any damage that could cause breakers to trip or create other power issues.
Drain Line & Drain Pans
Something as simple as a clogged drain line or cracked drain pan can lead to water damage around the indoor unit. Our techs look for algae, mold, or debris buildup that may indicate a plugged-up line. We can remove any obstructions in lines and replace damaged drain pans to keep your basement safe from leaks.
Air Filters
Replacing your air filter should be at the top of the list when it comes to spring HVAC maintenance. Dirty filters choke airflow, which triggers higher energy bills, poor indoor air quality, and may even lead to a full-blown system failure. It’s one of the first things our techs look at during a maintenance visit, and the filter is something homeowners can easily change on their own in just a few minutes.
Schedule Spring HVAC Maintenance in Glens Falls, Queensbury, Lake George, and Saratoga
Annual HVAC inspections help ensure the entire unit is working optimally and can also extend the lifespan of the system. The expert technicians at Jack Hall Plumbing & Heating recommend scheduling maintenance regularly so our team can stay ahead of any potential issues. Contact Jack Hall to set up a maintenance call, and don’t forget to ask about our money-saving Service Protection Plans.