If you could look at the readings, you would see most failures coming a season in advance. 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 Palatine, IL homeowners: find the problem while it is a trend, and fix it on a calm weekday rather than as a crisis.
Our two most requested repairs 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. Here are the most common indicators that it's time to call a professional:
- Musty air when the fan starts, or a filter that has been in far too long
- Uncertainty about whether your system is in good shape or on borrowed time
- The house taking longer to reach the temperature you set
- A newer unit with warranty terms that call for regular professional service
- A failure last year that seemed to come out of nowhere
- Nobody has opened up the system in over a year
- New noises when the equipment starts up
- Higher heating and cooling costs with no clear explanation
Early Action Saves Money
Most HVAC failures start small, a weak capacitor, a squealing blower, a system that runs a little longer each week. At the first hint of a problem, call (224) 395-7757 for a fast inspection.
