Groundhog Day can be more than a fun holiday predicting the rest of winter; have you thought about the fact that it’s also the perfect time to schedule routine maintenance for your HVAC system? At Polar Air & Mechanical, our team of certified experts can keep your heating and cooling system in excellent working order. It just so happens that this time of year is a prime moment for an HVAC maintenance visit.

When You Should Schedule Routine HVAC Maintenance

As Groundhog Day marks a potential shift in seasons, it's also an ideal time to check your heating system. For example, single-digit temperatures can put a lot of strain on important parts of the system. Keeping up with routine HVAC maintenance gives a professional HVAC technician a chance to determine whether your furnace needs a tune-up.

Scheduling maintenance around Groundhog Day also prepares your air conditioning or cooling system before temperatures start to rise. In fact, sticking with two maintenance appointments every year will offer the best results. One should be before spring with the other in autumn.

Must-Do Maintenance Tasks for Your HVAC System

Routine maintenance tune-ups are essential for ensuring your HVAC system operates efficiently for many years. A detailed inspection and cleaning process allows our technicians adequate time to verify that everything is in tip-top shape. During a visit, some specific maintenance tasks your technician will perform can include:

  • Replacing the air filters or replacing any lost coolant: Keeping a healthy balance of airflow and filtration is essential, which means periodically cleaning or switching out the air filters. If your system has leaked refrigerant, we'll refill the supply and identify the source of the leak.
  • Clearing the drain lines: Flushing out the drainage system keeps things flowing like it’s supposed to and minimize the risk of water damage.
  • Reviewing electrical connections and safety features: Making sure that the wiring and software features are in good working order is vital. This reduces the risk of fires and ensures your system's reliability.

The best kind of HVAC maintenance is proactive—preventing problems before they happen. Such proactive service from our professionals can offer your heating and cooling systems the best chance for long-term efficiency.

The Advantages of an HVAC Maintenance Plan

To get the most out of routine HVAC maintenance, we recommend you look into signing up for the Polar Air & Mechanical maintenance plan. This agreement provides regular maintenance checkups, exclusive discounts and other perks.

Groundhog Day: The Perfect Reminder for HVAC Maintenance

Apart from its traditional role in predicting winter, why not utilize Groundhog Day as a reminder that it's time to schedule your HVAC maintenance with Polar Air & Mechanical. Don’t put it off until the last minute; proactive maintenance is essential, and by taking part in our maintenance plan, you are eligible for additional benefits.

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