Heating Preventative Maintenance Services You Can Trust

Texas may be known for its scorching summers, but when winter hits, it can hit hard. Unexpected cold snaps, freezing rain, and even snow can catch homeowners off guard. Heating preventive maintenance is just as important as ac preventive maintenance.

Top 5 Reasons to Schedule Preventive Heating Maintenance in Texas:

1. Prepare for Sudden Temperature Drops

Texas winters can swing from 75°F to 25°F overnight. A properly maintained furnace or heat pump ensures your home stays warm and safe, no matter how fast the temperature drops.

2. Avoid Emergency Repairs During Cold Snaps

When everyone turns on their heat at once, HVAC companies get flooded with service calls. Preventive maintenance reduces your risk of mid-winter breakdowns and long waits for repairs.

3. Save on Heating Costs

A clean, well-calibrated heating system runs more efficiently, using less energy and keeping your utility bills in check, even when it’s cold outside.

4. Ensure Safe Operation

Gas furnaces, in particular, must be inspected regularly to prevent dangerous issues like carbon monoxide leaks. Safety checks are a core part of winter HVAC tune-ups.

5. Protect Your System from Freeze Damage

Preventive maintenance helps avoid frozen coils, blocked vents, and other cold-weather damage that can lead to costly repairs or system failure.

What’s Included in our Heating Preventive Maintenance Visit?

• Check filters (to see if they are dirty)
• Check indoor motor amp draw (to see if it’s running too hot)
• Check the indoor motor capacitor (to see if it’s functioning properly)
• Check the indoor coil (to see if it’s clean)
• Check Freon levels for proper charge (if it’s a heat pump)
• Check the condenser coil (to see if it’s clean)
• Check voltage and amperage on the condenser fan motor
• Check the condenser run capacitor
• Check the compressor run capacitor
• Check the contactor on the outside condenser
• Check the amp draw on the compressor
• Check thermostat calibration
• Check motor bearings
• Check the motor belt
• Check condenser efficiency
• Check safety controls
• Check all electrical connections
• Check drain pans
• Clean the flame sensor

When Should You Schedule Heating Maintenance in Texas?

• Fall is ideal, before the first cold front arrives.
• Early maintenance means you're prepared no matter what winter brings; however, it's never too late.

Don’t Let a Cold Front Catch You Off Guard

Even in Texas, winter weather can be harsh. Preventive heating maintenance gives you peace of mind, lower bills, and a warm, reliable home, no matter how cold it gets. Reach out to us today to schedule your winter HVAC check-up!