Does Your HVAC Need Yearly Inspections?

Tori Klein • March 24, 2022

HVAC System Repair and Maintenance

Man inspecting an HVAC unit

Your heating system needs to be working well before the winter season to keep your home warm and cozy. The issue that many homeowners have is not knowing exactly how frequently to get their HVAC inspected and maintained.


Are you struggling with the same dilemma? Don't worry, we're here to help!


How Frequently Should Your Heating Unit Be Reviewed?

  • Twice a Year?
  • Yearly?
  • Every 2-5 Years?
  • Repairs?


How often your heating unit should be reviewed depends on a few aspects, if you use your heater religiously in the wintertime, or have a specific furnace design, an exam is necessary every 6 months. Think of this process as a preventative task that will keep your HVAC working longer.


For most homeowners, we usually recommend yearly heater assessments in the early fall or late springtime. Yearly home heating device assessments guarantee that your heater continues to be in great condition every year and that you discover any potential damages early on.


Climate and the Importance of the Home Heating device

How frequently your heater needs to be inspected also depends on the climate in your area and how often you use your heating system.


Extremely Cold Winters: Assess Every 6-12 Months

In regions where it snows heavily every year and storms are the norm, heating units are used for longer periods of time. You need to assess your HVAC twice a year to keep it in good condition.


Moderate Winters: Inspect Annually

If you see frost every winter season, your HVAC unit is necessary for keeping the household warm when it's cold outside. For furnaces, gas heaters, and boilers,  you need an annual evaluation with any necessary maintenance. Some small malfunctions like a clogged duct or loosened up seal can be harmful to your home and your specialist will discover these when checking your system.


A yearly assessment guarantees your heating system is safe and working efficiently.


Short Winter Season: Examine Every 2-5 Years

Households in warm and tropical areas that have a short winter don't use their heating system often. If your home is in a warm area, you probably use your HVAC for cooling throughout the year but rarely need to keep your interior warm. In these climates, examine your heating system every 2 to 5 years. To be on the safe side, try to have an upkeep session yearly. This also guarantees that no issues are ignored for longer than a year.

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