What Does Preventative HVAC Maintenance Actually Prevent?

"We believe in fixing problems before they become emergencies."

What Do Techs Actually Look At During Preventative HVAC Maintenance?

At Santa Fe Heating and Cooling, we believe in fixing problems before they become emergencies. That’s what preventative HVAC maintenance is all about — catching small issues early, saving you money, and keeping your home safe and comfortable year-round.

Here’s what we’re actually looking for during those seasonal checkups — and what we’re preventing by doing them.

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Spring HVAC Maintenance: Keeping Your AC Cool and Clean

Spring is when your cooling system needs to be in top shape. Here’s what we check:

Electrical Components: We inspect wiring, connections, and amperage draw from the compressor and blower motor to ensure safe operation.

Air Filtration: Dirty filters choke airflow and wear out your system. We check and replace them as needed.

Evaporator & Condenser Coils: Dirty coils make your system work harder, costing you more. We clean these if needed.

Delta-T (Return & Supply Temperatures): This tells us how efficiently your system is cooling.

Capacitor & Contactor: These small parts often fail first. If we see signs of burning or wear, we recommend replacing them before they go out on a hot day.

Spring Maintenance Prevents:

System breakdowns, higher energy bills, short cycling, overheating components.

Winter Furnace Maintenance: Comfort, Efficiency, and Safety

When the cold hits, your furnace becomes the heart of the home. Our winter maintenance covers:

Carbon Monoxide Leak Checks: A proper seal is critical for your safety.

Flame Sensor & Ignitor Inspection: We make sure your system starts reliably.

Draft Motor: A rattling noise can mean failure is coming — we replace it proactively.

Gas Pressure & Electrical Check: Ensures safe, efficient fuel use.

Blower Motor & Delta-T Testing: We confirm airflow and heat delivery are within spec.

Winter Maintenance Prevents:

Carbon monoxide exposure, system failure on cold nights, inefficient heating.

YEAR ROUND MAINTENANCE MUST: CHECK AND REPLACE YOUR AIR FILTERS

Check Monthly. Replace Every 3 Months (or More Often in Spring & Fall): Dirty filters are the #1 reason systems fail early. They stress motors, clog coils, and kill airflow. Many of our air conditioning repair calls could have been prevented with better filter replacement schedules.

Check and change your filters often to prevent poor air quality, high energy bills, and system burnout.

A Few More Issues We Catch Before They Cost You:

Worn bearings in blower motors that can seize and overheat.
Refrigerant line leaks that reduce cooling power and harm your compressor.
Improper thermostat function that causes erratic cycling or never reaching set temps.