If you’ve considered saving money by performing your own HVAC maintenance, you’re not alone. While it’s attractive, trying to tune up your own air conditioner provides the potential for bigger expenses and errors. Your air conditioner is more intricate than many people realize. Even if DIY isn’t your thing, you might be thinking about skipping your annual appointment to save some cash. That could be another costly mistake. Maybe you haven’t had any challenges with your system recently, but who’s to say it will last.

Whether you’re thinking of doing maintenance yourself or skipping it altogether, check out the benefits of hiring a professional to check out your machine before you make a decision you could regret:

  • Technicians have the appropriate training: While you can learn a lot about your home’s system through your owner’s guide and the internet, it won’t provide the education an expert gets from certified institutions. Once they’ve completed their training and education, our technicians at Herman Allen Plumbing, Heating & Cooling are experts in everything related to heating and air conditioning. It’s smarter to have the work done correctly rather than having to make costly repairs after.
  • Technician tune-ups are more comprehensive: During a maintenance appointment, an HVAC technician checks to make sure everything about your system is in working order. They’ll review your thermostat settings, refrigerant level, electrical and moving components and your system controls. As part of the maintenance, they are also on the lookout for any signs of a more serious problem.
  • Professional tune-ups can save you money: It’s not always easy for homeowners to understand indications of a potential problem. Continuing to run your system could cause serious damage , resulting in more expensive repairs or even replacement. One of the experts from Herman Allen Plumbing, Heating & Cooling can identify issues before they become too serious—reducing your expenses. Proper maintenance keeps your system running efficiently and helps keep those utility bills lower.

It’s not too late to schedule your routine maintenance. Herman Allen Plumbing, Heating & Cooling is here to help ensure your air conditioner is running as it should. Give us a call at 804-302-6657 to arrange an appointment with us. We’ll make sure your home stays comfortable all through the warmer months.