If you could look at the readings, you would see most failures coming months ahead. A capacitor measuring 8 percent under its rating in spring is the one that fails in the first heat wave. A system bleeding refrigerant through a pinhole leak keeps running, weaker each week, until the coil freezes solid. A furnace flame sensor fouls slowly and then locks the system out on a frigid night. That is the whole point of maintenance for Scranton, PA homeowners: find the problem while it is a trend, and fix it on a calm weekday rather than as a crisis.
Our two most requested repairs are AC Repair and Furnace Repair. Start there if your system isn't running right.
When to Call for HVAC Maintenance in Scranton
Catching these issues early helps you avoid costly problems. Keep an eye out for the following clues:
- It has been more than a year since anyone opened the equipment
- A surprise breakdown during the last hot or cold spell
- Uncertainty about whether your system is in good shape or on borrowed time
- The house taking longer to reach the temperature you set
- A newer unit with warranty terms that call for regular professional service
- Musty air when the fan starts, or a filter that has been in far too long
- Higher heating and cooling costs with no clear explanation
- A startup sound that has changed since last year
Early Action Saves Money
A failing capacitor, clogged condensate drain, or dirty flame sensor rarely fixes itself and usually gets more expensive to address the longer it runs. Call (570) 215-2443 at the first sign of trouble.
