Preventive Maintenance

Prioritizing Your HVAC System Maintenance in Central PA

Each year, we receive calls from businesses and homeowners saying their furnaces or air conditioners are not working.

Many times, the problem is as simple as the air filter since you must have airflow for anything to work. Clogged air filters have caused more service calls than any other issue, but you can avoid them with the proper upkeep. When we complete preventive maintenance, our technicians change the air filter and can explain how often you should do it, depending on your type of filter or environment. Many filters need to be replaced every month, but some special filters can go up to a year.

Opt for preventive maintenance to stay comfortable year-round and prevent many minor HVAC or plumbing issues from becoming the reason for an emergency service call.

Why HVAC and Plumbing Maintenance Is Necessary to Avoid Emergency Repairs

Many of our customers have central AC or a heat pump, and they benefit significantly from having the coils cleaned and sanitized every year. Air conditioners make water, and the drain lines become full of organic matter and other gunk that the air filter does not trap. Most debris that causes clogs in drain lines is from organic materials, such as hair and pet dander. Leggett’s professionals always sanitize, flush and test these drain systems to lessen the chance of a flood.

Seasonal service drops the odds of needing a system repair by over 80%. Leggett Inc. technicians leverage extensive experience to find and repair problems — even minor cases of wear or damage — before the entire system breaks down. Our service agreement customers get priority service within 24 hours guaranteed, and we never charge you a service charge or an overtime rate. If you need repairs, we are happy to discount your bill by 10%.

How Furnace Maintenance Service Makes Your Home or Business Safer

Years ago, Leggett Inc. was called to help the Lower Allen Police Department investigate a natural gas heating system. We determined that improper installation, maintenance and service of the furnace system caused it to produce carbon monoxide, a poisonous, odorless gas, in the home. We also discovered that:

• The furnace was oversized for the home and located in an enclosed room in the basement with the door shut.
• The gas pressure was significantly over the furnace’s rating, making it even higher than designed.
• The system did not have an air filter, and the air filter access was not replaced, leaving a 1-inch hole measuring 20 inches high on the return air side of the furnace.
• The fan’s setting meant it ran constantly.

When we tested the furnace with the room open, it ran okay. However, when tested for an extended time in the enclosed room, it caused a draft from the chimney to reverse itself, pushing air from outside down the chimney. As a result, combustible material traveled into the home through the hole where the air filter should have been.

Furnace safety is a major concern when it comes to our preventive maintenance. All fossil fuel systems with atmospheric burners must have a combustion gas analyzer test done annually to ensure safe, efficient operation. A routine inspection, coupled with HVAC maintenance and repair, can identify and resolve potential risks.

Additional Benefits of Planned Maintenance for Essential Systems

Beyond confirming that your system is set up correctly, runs safely and is in good condition, scheduling HVAC preventive maintenance and other services is a proactive step to:

• Increase energy efficiency: Drafts, minor leaks, constantly running systems and other small problems can raise your utility bills significantly. A professional can identify these inefficiencies and address them to reduce energy usage.
• Save money: In addition to optimizing your systems’ function, planned maintenance costs far less than emergency repairs and replacements. Wear affecting one component can cause other parts to degrade if left unchecked, causing a breakdown that will be more expensive to fix.
• Improve comfort: Even if your HVAC and plumbing seem to be working well, you may want to address concerns like humidity or poor air quality. Our professionals can inspect your system to determine whether we can optimize performance and make your environment more comfortable and healthy for everyone inside.
• Access professional recommendations: Whether you want advice on the best way to extend your air conditioner’s life or are unsure whether it’s time to replace your furnace, scheduling an inspection from a trained technician is the best way to get an informed and honest opinion. We’ll review your options and help you make the best decision for your home or business.

How Often Should You Schedule Service to Keep Systems in Good Condition?

Generally, essential systems should receive an inspection and any necessary maintenance at least once per year. However, the recommended interval depends on:

• Your home or business’s equipment
• Manufacturer guidelines
• Your environment
• Usage frequency
• Each system’s age

Seasonal maintenance is also an excellent safeguard for heating and cooling systems. Consider having your air conditioner serviced in the spring and booking an inspection for your heating equipment before the cold sits in.

Schedule Furnace and Air Conditioner Maintenance and Service With Leggett Inc.

At Leggett, we take pride in helping our community stay safe and comfortable with electrical, water treatment, plumbing and HVAC maintenance services that keep essential systems working reliably. Our technicians will consider your home or business, equipment, budget and other concerns to find a solution that meets all your needs. Whether you need a furnace cleaning or a central air inspection, you will see the power in a job done right the first time.

Give Leggett a call at 717-737-4562 or contact us online to experience the advantages of planned maintenance.