If you could look at the readings, you would see most failures coming months ahead. A capacitor measuring 8 percent under its rating in spring is the one that fails in the first heat wave. A system losing charge through a pinhole leak keeps running, weaker each week, until the coil freezes solid. A furnace flame sensor fouls slowly and then shuts the furnace down on a frigid night. Maintenance is built around this reality for Riverside, CA homeowners: find the problem while it is a trend, and fix it on a calm weekday instead of in an emergency.
The repairs homeowners call us about most are AC Repair and Furnace Repair. Start there if your system isn't running right.
Warning Signs for HVAC Maintenance
Spotting the early warning signs lets you act before the problem gets expensive. These are the signals our technicians see most often:
- A surprise breakdown during the last hot or cold spell
- A newer unit with warranty terms that call for regular professional service
- Higher heating and cooling costs with no clear explanation
- You simply have no idea what condition your equipment is actually in
- Nobody has opened up the system in over a year
- Filters you cannot remember changing, or a musty smell when the blower starts
- The house taking longer to reach the temperature you set
- A startup sound that has changed since last year
Don't Wait for a Total Failure
Most HVAC failures start small, a weak capacitor, a squealing blower, a system that runs a little longer each week. If you notice any of these signs, call (951) 209-0242 for a prompt inspection.
