As the average home owner in our area spends just under $2000 annually on energy bills, that’s an annual increase of approximately $600…and at this writing; there is no end in sight. In fact, just the opposite, for this does not take in to account any disruption in distribution like hurricanes etc.

     Making sure that your HVAC system is as “Energy Efficient” as possible, is now of utmost importance. Many homeowners heretofore, who have spent thousands of dollars making the positive investment of installing HVAC Systems, but then didn’t follow up with planned care or maintenance…are now taking a hard second look at so called Preventative Maintenance Agreements.

     Preventative Maintenance Agreements (PSA) are normally associated with protecting and extending the life of the product and our PSA’s are no exception but there are many other additional benefits that are derived from the proper maintenance of HVAC equipment…and the one that is becoming to be, if anything more important than extending the life of the system, is to be sure that the equipment is operating at optimum efficiency to reduce the cost of operation.

What to Expect with a PSA
		Lower Utility Bill
		Extended Equipment Life
		Fewer Repairs
		Improved Capacity
		15% Discount on Repairs
		Priority Customer Scheduling
		Inflation Protection
In our last newsletter, we detailed some of the above. You can see them by clicking here . Here is just a partial list of some of the benefits when the system is in the cooling mode (you can review all 40 points of the Cooling system by clicking here and 32 points of the Heating system by clicking here):
	•	Proper calibration of thermostat. Ensures accurate temperature control and operating cycle. Saves on operating cost and assures your comfort level.
	•	Proper system start-up. Ensures: (a) operation on demand (b) provides smooth operation (c) reduces wear to extend longer life of equipment.
	•	Verify refrigerant charge. Improper charge will damage your compressor, which is the heart of your system. Improperly charged systems result in increased electric bills by reducing the efficiency of your system. The correct refrigerant charge ensures longer equipment life and lower utility bills
	•	Clean condenser coil. A dirty condenser coil reduces a system’s ability to remove and reject heat from your home. This causes a system to run longer and increases electric bills. The benefit of a clean condenser coil is proper heat rejection, reduced run time and lower energy bills.
	•	Clean evaporator coil. Dirt and house dust that escapes through your air conditioning filter will cling to the cold damp coil. This restricts the air flow through the coil, reducing system performance and capacity. A clean  evaporator coil ensures (a) proper air flow (b) increases comfort levels (c) provide better dehumidification (d) and a cleaner healthier indoor environment.
	•	When the system removes heat and humidity from the air, the condensation created by warmer air passing over a cold coil must be drained from your system. This is done via a condensate drain line. Checking the drain and cleared of any thing (including algae) that would clog the drain is very important to avoid water damage to the ceiling or floors of your home. Proper draining also aids in maintaining indoor humidity levels.
	•	Dirt is the number one enemy of all HVAC systems. Dirty fan motors can (1) affect the air flow to your home (2) limit your systems capacity and comfort capabilities. Dirty filters cause many problems with your system such as (1) increased energy consumption (2) lower comfort levels (3) compressor damage (4) reduced air flow and (5) reduced humidity removal. Proper air flow will balance air distribution, improve capacity and efficiency.
	•	Moving parts that require lubrication can cause increased electrical consumption due to additional power required to overcome resistance. Proper lubrication also extends life of system.
	•	Electrical components need maintenance also. Too much or too little voltage or amperage can cause failure of (1) compressor (2) blower and fan motor. Proper maintenance ensures (1) peak performance (2) longer equipment life and (3) consistent operating levels.
	•	Outside condenser. Proper care and maintenance of the outside condenser will ensure long lasting equipment life and appearance of your system.

     Climatemakers offers the most comprehensive Preventative Maintenance Service available in the Tidewater area. You can start benefiting immediately from this service with a simple request that includes your name, address and phone number. Click here.

     A Climatemakers representative will contact you promptly to process your request and to have the system inspected so that it can be covered by the PSA. Any repairs necessary to bring the system to peak performance will be charged for at normal rates, paid by the prospective service agreement owner. If such repairs are required, you will be advised of the cost prior to any work performed.    

“PSA…The best investment to protect your investment”.

     If you have any questions about the HVAC system in your house; how we can be of better service to you, or about our web site, please email them to me. I'd like to hear from you.

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