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. That is the whole point of maintenance for Loveland, CO homeowners: find the problem while it is a trend, and fix it on a calm weekday instead of in an emergency.
Most of our service calls are for AC Repair and Furnace Repair. If something has stopped working, start there.
Warning Signs for HVAC Maintenance
Catching these issues early helps you avoid costly problems. These are the signals our technicians see most often:
- Energy bills creeping up without any change in your habits
- Uncertainty about whether your system is in good shape or on borrowed time
- New noises when the equipment starts up
- The house taking longer to reach the temperature you set
- A newer system whose warranty terms expect documented maintenance
- Filters you cannot remember changing, or a musty smell when the blower starts
- A breakdown last season that arrived with zero warning
- It has been more than a year since anyone opened the equipment
Early Action Saves Money
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 (970) 602-4967 for a prompt inspection.
