The season is changing, and summer is fast approaching for Toronto area homeowners.  Is your central air conditioning system up to the task?  Service agreements with HVAC professionals that include annual inspections can make the difference between relaxing in a cool home and sweating out the hot weather months.

There’s an old saying that goes, “Pay me now, or pay me later.”  If the central air unit in your home breaks down because it was not serviced on a preventive maintenance schedule, the cost of a service call and repairs can get very expensive.  With service agreements in place, though, you get the benefit of prompt repairs when needed. Prior to the season, your system is serviced for optimum performance to keep breakdowns from happening in the first place.

When you enter into a maintenance contract with an HVAC company, what type of service does your cooling or heating system typically receive?  Natural Resources Canada recommends the following:

• Air filters are replaced.  There is no single maintenance item that is more important to ensure the efficiency and reliability of your central air system.
• Blower unit belts are inspected and replaced as necessary. 
• Drip pans, tanks and condensate piping are cleaned.
• Coils and blower housings are vacuumed, removing accumulated dirt, dust and allergens.
• The outdoor refrigerant compressor system and coils are brushed and chemically treated to optimize performance.
• All rotating components in the central air system are lubricated to minimize wear.
• Refrigerant levels are checked for proper pressure and the most efficient operation.

A central air system preventive maintenance item that’s frequently overlooked by DIY homeowners is the inspection and cleaning of the ductwork in the house.  Your central air system will operate more efficiently, deliver the cool air flow you expect and keep your family more comfortable by reducing allergen distribution (such as dust, dirt, pet hair, pollen and mold).

The heating and cooling professionals at Air Flex Heating & Cooling have offered service agreements to Toronto area residents since 1994.  Get your central air system tuned up and avoid the unexpected breakdown by calling them at 888-670-6930.

Our goal is to help educate our customers about energy and home comfort issues (specific to HVAC systems).  For more information, click here to download our free Home Comfort Resource guide.

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