MBI HVAC INC offers comprehensive routine maintenance, tune-up and inspection of your home heating and cooling systems. Regular residential maintenance offers peace of mind that your home systems are safe to use and in proper working order. Scheduled inspections and tune-ups can prevent the need for more expensive repairs down the line.
Benefits of HVAC Routine Maintenance
- Lower bills – Just under half of the average utility bill goes toward heating and cooling. A well-maintained HVAC system, however, will use less energy and lower your average bill. Regular maintenance will also prevent small issues from developing into major problems.
- Better air quality – Routine maintenance of your HVAC system helps clear the air of pollutants such as pollen, dust, mold and bacteria. By having MBI HVAC INC clean and change components of your system, your family will be able to breathe better.
- Longevity – Most modern HVAC systems last 15 to 20 years. Regular inspections and tune-ups can help make sure your system lasts this long and can even help it last longer. You can make your investment pay off in the long run.
- Efficiency – Routine maintenance helps get rid of all the issues that cause your system to have to work harder. With fewer trouble spots, your system will use less energy and help protect the environment.
- Reliability – Keeping your HVAC system at the highest efficiency will also ensure readability. If the system does not have to work as hard, you can be sure it is still working for you when you need it most.
When to Schedule and What to Expect
Routine checks are especially valuable for heating systems before winter. It is a good idea to have your system serviced once or twice each year. MBI HVAC INC’s technicians will check all your HVAC system’s mechanisms, including the burner and heat exchanger. They will also look for any major issues such as potential gas and carbon leakage.
Quality Routine Air Conditioning Maintenance
Preventive maintenance on your AC unit is necessary to ensure your system is working correctly and efficiently all the time. Our team at MBI HVAC INC in Allentown provides high-quality, dependable service your air conditioning needs. We take special care in maintaining your AC system to ensure smooth operation and long-lasting service.
Our Recommended A/C Tune-Up Checklist
We recommend a routine tune-up for your air conditioning system once a year. By maintaining your unit regularly, we can determine weaknesses or underlying issues and fix them immediately, giving you peace of mind. Our recommended maintenance checklist is below.
1. Replace Your 1-Inch Pleated Allergy Filter
You’ll breathe easier with a clean filter. Air conditioning filters allow your system to run more efficiently, saving you money on energy bills and preventing costly repairs or replacement. A clean filter improves your home’s air quality. The dense mesh material traps and eliminates allergens like pollen and mold, promoting a cleaner living environment for you and your family.
2. Clean the Evaporator and Condenser Coils
While a clean filter can help keep your air conditioner’s evaporator coil and condenser coil free of dust and grime, months or years of use can still cause dirt to collect. Dirt can reduce airflow and insulate the coils, reducing their ability to absorb heat. We will carefully examine and clean your AC coils to ensure smooth operation.
3. Inspect, Clean and Prevent Mold Buildup in the Drain Line
The condensate drain serves an important role in removing condensation produced by your AC’s evaporator coil. Without routine inspection and cleaning, algae and mold can grow inside and clog the drain, causing increased humidity, musty odors and even water damage inside your home. Our certified HVAC technicians thoroughly clean the drain line and insert anti-algae tablets into the drain pan to prevent slime buildup from dampening your summer plans.
4. Inspect All Cooling Operations
The purpose of your air conditioning unit is to keep you and your family cool, after all. During our AC tune-ups, we measure the temperature difference between the supply and return air, or the temperature drop. Through this process, we can define the performance of your air conditioning system to ensure it’s running effectively.
5. Record and Measure the Amp Draw on Your AC’s Motors
Amp draw is a measurement of the power being used by the motor to move the air through your air conditioning system. Improper amperage can drastically reduce the life of the compressor, evaporator and condenser motor by putting more stress on the unit. We can locate this issue before new parts are necessary.
6. Inspect Unit for Proper Refrigerant Level and Adjust If Necessary
If your refrigerant levels are low, there may be a leak in your system. A Freon leakage prompts an environmental and operational hazard, and can result in a compressor failure and other system problems. Through proper maintenance and regular tune-ups, we can catch any potential problems before they arise.
7. Visually Inspect Ductwork
Nobody likes to pay more than they need to. Duct leakage can lower energy efficiency by 20 percent in a well-operating air conditioner. To ensure your air conditioning unit is running efficiently, we visually inspect all ductwork to prevent loose duct connections, supply leaks, kinks restricting airflow and more. Ductwork is very susceptible to damage and should be examined regularly.
Heating Maintenance Services
We recommend a routine tune-up for your heating system once a year. By maintaining your unit regularly, we can determine trouble areas and fix them on the spot, saving you money and time.
Replace 1-Inch Pleated Furnace Air Filters
You’ll breathe easier with a clean filter. Furnace filters allow your system to run more efficiently, saving you money on energy bills and preventing costly repairs or replacement. A clean filter improves your home’s air quality by trapping allergens.
Inspect the Drainage System for Blockage or Leakage
The condensate drain and trap serve an important role in removing condensation in your home. During a heating system tune-up, your technician will clean these components and replace water in the trap.
Wiring Inspection and Adjustment
Tightening the wires and checking them for corrosion and damage may help prevent malfunctions and the need for costly repairs.
Inspect the Vent System for Blockage or Leakage
Vent system leakage can lower energy efficiency significantly, even in a well-operating heating system. We make sure the air is flowing properly throughout your system and home. This includes the outside termination and the connections at and internal to the furnace.
Record and Measure the Amp Draw on the Blower Motor
Amp draw is a measurement of the power the motor uses to move the air through your heating system. Improper amperage can drastically reduce the life of the blower motor by putting more stress on the unit. We can locate this issue before new parts are necessary.
MBI HVAC INC Routine Tune-Up Services
Gas Furnace Tune-Up
- One visit per year
- Change filter, 1″ pleated
- Check blower motor & wheel, lubricate if able to
- Grease bearing assembly, if applicable
- Clean burners and assembly
- Check pilot assembly
- Inspect heat exchange for cracks
- Clean and inspect chimney base
- Check operations
- Clean work areas
Gas Boiler Tune-Up
- One visit per year
- Check blower motor & wheel, lubricate if able to
- Grease bearing assembly, if applicable
- Clean burners and assembly
- Check pilot assembly
- Inspect heat exchange for cracks
- Clean and inspect chimney base
- Check operations
- Drain expansion tank, if applicable
- Check piping for leaks
- Clean work areas
Oil Heat Tune-Up
- One visit per year
- Clean heat exchanger and flue
- Replace oil filter, pump screen & nozzle
- Clean cad cell eye
- Drain expansion tank, if applicable
- Test ignition transformer
- Perform efficiency test on burner
- Oil bearing assembly, if applicable
- Clean work areas
Heat Pump Tune-Up
- Two visits per year
- Two filter changes per year with 1″ pleated filter
- Record super heat and sub cooling
- Add two tablets for drain pan or condensate pump (sprint visit)
- Check cooling, heating and defrost operations
- Check amp draws on motors
- Check refrigerant level if 65 degrees outside
- Visually inspect ductwork
- Clean evaporator coil
- Clean condenser coils in spring
- Clean work areas
Annual Humidifier Service
- Replace humidifier panel
- Clean humidifier internally
- Check humidistat operations
- Check drain
Our Promise To You
At MBI HVAC INC, we understand how important our products and services are to our customers in the Lehigh Valley. Our expert technicians are certified to keep your heating system running effectively and efficiently, so you can keep warm and worry less. We strive to offer you the best and most cost-effective solutions and provide a long life for your heating unit with our preventive maintenance services.
Combination Pricing Available
Multiple System Discount
2 Complete Systems deduct 5%
3 or more Complete Systems deduct 10%
(Complete System = A/C & Heat)
Let’s Schedule Routine Maintenance!
If you’re ready to get proactive about scheduling your HVAC maintenance, reach out to our team today. We hire the top technicians in the Lehigh Valley area and provide them with ongoing training to hone their skills. You can count on us to arrive on time and leave your property in the same condition in which we found it.