Many homeowners will question if they should get their HVAC system checked. If so, when should they get it checked? There are many answers to these questions. Yes, you should certainly get your HVAC system checked. Ideally, you should get the HVAC system checked 2 times per year. This is in the fall to ensure the system is ready for the long winter ahead. Also, the spring is an ideal time to get the HVAC ready for those hot summer days.

What Does It Cost To Have My HVAC System Looked At?

This is a difficult question to answer. Each of the HVAC contractors in your area will charge a different price. This is because not all of these contractors will look into the same features of your HVAC system. Also, it will depend on your home’s square footage and a few other factors are added to the price. This is because each contractor will check the same things. Then there are some contractors who will go above and beyond and check many other components of your HVAC system.

How Do I Find An HVAC Contractor?

There are a few ways to find an HVAC contractor in your area. The easiest way to find one that will service your area is to conduct an internet search. This will yield many results. When you find a few in your area click on the links to some of them. This will allow you to compare what each one will check for when they come out to service your HVAC system.

What Will Happen If I Do Not Get My HVAC System Serviced?

There are several answers to this question. If you do not get your HVAC system checked at minimum once per year, you might find you are in need of replacing the entire HVAC system. This can lead to a costly replacement. A new HVAC system can range from $3 to $10 thousand. If you are a commercial property owner this price might be larger than that.

Is The HVAC Contractor Licensed?

This is an excellent question to ask. If you are looking on the internet and doing your research, it is important to make certain anyone you hire to come and look at your HVAC system is licensed. Doing the internet search is the best way to do your research. This will give you the phone number, reviews, and a generalized price for anyone in your area.

Should I Have Parts On My HVAC System Replaced?

During the inspection, the HVAC contractor will go through the entire system and recommend anything that might need to be replaced. Before doing any work to replace the parts on your system that need replacing or repairing the contractor will give you an estimate for the work to be done. The inspection should cost no more than $150. Some of the parts on your HVAC system that might need replacing are the filter, the refrigerant might need refilling, and wiring might need maintenance. Also, the contractor might recommend some cleaning for your system. This will help reduce your energy bills both in the winter and summer. It is best to get it looked at, at least once per year.