We are often asked if a furnace tune up is really necessary, in short our answer is absolutely. With TNT Mechanical you will get a qualified HVAC Technician that will inspect, clean, calibrate and ensure proper heating startup for your furnace. Our tune up on your furnace will help you avoid costly breakdowns, saving you money by ensuring your furnace is running as efficiently as possible, and give you the peace of mind knowing that your home and family will be safe and comfortable during the cold months ahead.
Our Tune Up Checklist
- Inspections
- Visually inspect heating system for any red flags or dangerous improper installation issues that could cause harm.
- Inspect the exhaust and ventilation for potential blockages and ensure gas vents properly.
- Inspect heat exchanger for any cracks, soot and corrosion.
- Inspect the ductwork for loose joints or excessive leakage.
- Inspect electrical terminals for corrosion.
- Inspect gas line for damage, leaks, and ensure shut off valve work properly.
- Clean
- Clean blower wheel and inside of furnace from any debris.
- Clean blower motor and belt if applicable.
- Clean gas orifices and heat exchanger.
- Clean the pilot light assembly and electrodes.
- Clean flame sensor.
- Clean the condensate drain.
- Clean evaporator coils (if present) to ensure proper air flow.
- Lubricate the motor, bearings, and air circulators.
- Replace the air filter.
- Test
- Test the gas pressure and burner combustion to ensure they meet system specifications.
- Test the system heating controls for proper operation.
- Test the high limit and other safety controls for proper function.
- Test the current and voltage on the motor and confirm proper airflow.
- Test and calibrate thermostat for accuracy.
- Test for dangerous carbon monoxide.
- Report
- Prepare a report to the home owner detailing duties preformed and any actions taken.
- Prepare an equipment condition report that explains any potential problems or recommended repairs to the home owner.
- Answer any questions the home owner may have, resolve any concerns, and ensure that home owner is pleased with the work and service performed.
As the extreme summer heat approaches, we strongly recommend that you get a tune up and maintenance performed on your air conditioning system. Tune up and maintenance are very important to the overall health of your system and can greatly extend the life and efficiency of your system. When you call TNT Mechanical as schedule a tune up and maintenance on your air conditioning system you can be assured that a high trained HVAC technician will inspect, clean, test, and report on the current health of your system. When we have completed our tune up and maintenance, your system will have an extended operational life and run more efficiently, if we come across any concerns you will be notified immediately of the potential problem. Gain the peace of mind knowing that you are prepared for the long hot summer by scheduling a tune up and maintenance from TNT Mechanical today.
Our Tune Up Checklist
- Inspections
- Visually inspect air conditioning system for any red flags or dangerous improper installation issues that could case harm.
- Inspect all electrical wires and connections for corrosion.
- Inspect for any loose electrical connections and tighten as necessary.
- Inspect condensing unit and line set connections for possible refrigerant leaks.
- Inspect condensing unit coil for soot and corrosion.
- Inspect line set insulation for corrosion.
- Clean
- Clean electrical compartment from any debris
- Clean off electrical components and connections, ensure proper weather protection on all electrical connections.
- Clean condenser coil to ensure proper air flow.
- Clean condenser fan and bottom of condenser from any debris.
- Clean condenser fan motor.
- Lubricate the condenser motor.
- Test
- Test for proper condensing unit incoming voltage.
- Test the air conditioning controls for proper operation.
- Test low and high pressure switches as applicable for proper operation.
- Test the current and voltage on the condenser motor and confirm proper air flow.
- Test the current, voltage, and amperage on the compressor and confirm proper readings.
- Test and measure for proper refrigerant levels.
- Report
- Prepare a report to the home owner detailing duties preformed and any actions taken.
- Prepare an equipment condition report that explains any potential problems or recommended repairs to the home owner.
- Answer any questions the home owner may have, resolve any concerns, and ensure that the home owner is pleased with the work and service performed.