AC and Heating Preventive Maintenance

Energy costs are going up daily, Brandon’s Comfort Specialists is here to help you find ways to lower your monthly utility bill. Homeowners and business are all facing higher energy bills. This is especially true in McKinney, TX where temperatures can be especially hot in the summer and extremely low in the winter.

To keep monthly utility bills lower and make sure your air conditioning and heating system is operating most effectively and energy efficient, Brandon’s Comfort Specialists provides a Customer Care Agreement for your preventive maintenance needs.

Our Customer Care Agreement saves you money on your utility bills, saves you 15% off of any repairs needed, 1lb. of Freon per system (if needed) and gives you peace of mind that any repairs needed were headed off before they were unanticipated.

You will also receive priority service in scheduled emergency repairs! Also by doing your annual maintenance it keeps your manufacturer’s warranty in place.

Preventive Maintenance Checklist – Air Conditioning:

• 1. Inspect and clean evaporator coil with non-acidic chemical cleaner (If accessible)
• 2. Check supply temperature and return air temperature
• 3. Inspect and clean blower motor compartment with compressed air, lubricate motor and wheel
• 4. Check and tighten all electrical connections
• 5. Inspect ductwork and plenums for air leaks (If accessible)
• 6. Clean washable or electronic filters, replace customer provided disposable filters
• 7. Check thermostat for proper operation
• 8. Check and blowout condensate drain line with compressed air (drain lines can only be warrantied for 7 days)
• 9. Check and clean condenser coil
• 10. Check refrigerant super heat and sub cool for proper charge and level
• 11. Check compressor amperage
• 12. Check condenser fan motor amps
• 13. Check control circuit boards
• 14. Check contractor and clean contacts if necessary

Preventive Maintenance Checklist – Heat Pump (Items 1 through 14 on Air Conditioning Checklist) Plus:

• 1. Check defrost board
• 2. Check reversing valve
• 3. Check electric heat strip
• 4. Check heat sequencers

Preventive Maintenance Checklist – Gas Furnace (Items 1 through 8 on Air Conditioning Checklist) Plus:

• 1. Check natural gas/propane pressures at gas valve (inlet/outlet)
• 2. Check and measure CO2 levels (Carbon monoxide)
• 3. Check for gas leaks
• 4. Inspect heat exchanger for cracks
• 5. Check all safety and rollout and limit switches
• 6. Check pressure switch operation
• 7. Check and clean burners
• 8. Check pilot assembly
• 9. Check for temperature for rise
• 10. Check for proper draft

So if you are experiencing any of the above symptoms of a faulty ac unit, or any issues not listed above, you should call Brandon's Comfort Specialists today. After all it is our job to keep you cool in the summer by ensuring your home air conditioning system is working cool and efficient.