What Happens During a Fall Heating Tune-up

Hey Michiganders, it is time to write your to-do list for fall. 

Need a few ideas?

1. Clean your gutters! 
2. Winterize your plumbing system. 
3. Let our qualified technicians at Great Dane Heating, Cooling, Electrial and Plumbing prepare your heating system to work efficiently and safely during colder weather.

You do not have to lift a finger (or paw) while our Clinton Township HVAC technicians inspect, clean, and tune up your furnace, heat pump, or boiler for the upcoming winter.

We make heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) maintenance the easiest task on your fall to-do list. You schedule a date and time for a tune-up and leave the rest up to us!

Why Maintain Your HVAC Equipment?

According to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), heating your home typically accounts for approximately 29 percent of your utility bill.

The DOE says that by combining HVAC maintenance with energy-saving thermostat settings, air sealing, and insulation, you can save 30 percent on energy costs.

During an annual tune-up, our experts look for signs of potential problems and can resolve them before they become expensive and complicated issues that lead to a system breakdown. 

Great Dane HVAC Maintenance Plan

Need a reminder to make a fall appointment? Join our Customer Care Program at the Preferred, Premium, or Platinum levels and receive annual service reminders.

Each program tier offers priority scheduling, smoke alarm testing, repair discounts, and a maintenance inspection. 

Our Customer Care Program includes 40-point, 60-point, or 65-point heating system tune-ups, depending on your plan. Maintenance visits typically take less than two hours to complete. 

What does a maintenance checkup cover? It depends on the equipment you use to heat your Macomb County home. Here is a look at three system types and some of the tasks a tune-up includes:

Gas Furnace

• Safety: Our Great Dane technicians prioritize safety. We look for safety risks, such as gas leaks, carbon monoxide (CO) leaks, cracks in your heat exchanger, and faulty wiring, and double-check safety controls, such as the limit switch and gas pressure.

• Electrical: In addition to addressing faulty wiring, we tighten loose connections and clean corroded wiring, eliminating safety hazards. 

• Lubrication:  We lubricate moving parts like the blower motor, which helps reduce wear and extends the furnace’s lifespan. 

• Cleaning: In addition to a careful inspection, a cleaning of essential components, such as the heat exchanger and blower motor, removes dirt and helps to restore efficiency. 

• Combustion: We check the combustion to ensure your furnace burns fuel safely. 

Heat Pump

• Refrigerant: The refrigerant level must be correct for your heat pump to work efficiently. We check for leaks and will ensure your system has the optimal amount. 

• Coils: Our Great Dane experts clean dirty indoor and outdoor coils. Clean coils transfer heat efficiently.

• Lubrication: The blower motor and fan in the air handler require lubrication, just as they do in a gas furnace. We lubricate moving parts to reduce friction and increase efficiency and lifespan. 

• Electrical: Heat pumps run on electricity. We ensure all electrical components work safely.

Boiler

• Sediment: We remove sediment from your boiler to prevent buildup and corrosion. 

• Cleaning: Our qualified technicians will remove dirt from the heat exchanger and other dirty parts.

• Safety: We thoroughly inspect electrical components and ensure the safety valve works correctly to prevent excess pressure and explosions. We also inspect for potential hazards such as gas leaks and corrosion. 

• Pressure: Our team will check boiler pressure and make adjustments if necessary. 

• Burner: The burner may need an adjustment to operate safely and at peak efficiency. 

Filters and Thermostats

An annual maintenance check for gas furnaces and heat pumps includes an air filter inspection and replacement. A clean air filter can improve airflow, improve efficiency, and reduce energy consumption. 

During tune-ups for all heating systems, we calibrate your thermostat so it accurately senses the temperature in your home.

Schedule a Fall Tune-Up Today!

Now that you know what to expect from fall heating system maintenance, you can confidently schedule a checkup for the HVAC unit in your Sterling Heights, MI, home. Trust Great Dane Heating, Cooling, Electrial and Plumbing to give your furnace, heat pump, or boiler all the TLC it needs! Call us at 586.229.1976 or request service online.