Wayne HVAC: Air Conditioning, Heating, & Refrigeration Repair, Maintenance & Replacement

Here are some important things to do every quarter for people who like DIY projects.

1. Look at and change air filters as necessary.
2. Make sure the thermostat reads temperature correctly.
3. Check the outdoor condenser coils for debris and dirt.
4. Check the drain pipe and pan for leaks and obstructions. Blow pipe clear as necessary.
5. Check duct work for leaks, and flex ducts for kinks.
6. Check supply registers for obstructions and make sure dampers are open.

Typical Industry Norm Residential Tune-up List.

1. Inspect and replace air filters.
2. Check and calibrate thermostat settings.
3. Inspect and tighten electrical connections.
4. Lubricate moving parts (if applicable).
5. Check and rinse condenser coils (if required).
6. Check evaporator coils (if necessary).
7. Inspect condensate drain line and pan.
8. Test system controls for proper operation.
9. Check refrigerant levels and adjust (if necessary).
10. Inspect and adjust blower components(if necessary).
11. Verify proper airflow.
12. Check for refrigerant leaks.
13. Inspect and test safety controls.
14. Check and adjust fan belts (if applicable).
15. Check capacitor.

Here's our suggested maintenance list for residential central air conditioning in Northern NJ. This list is tailored by ACACOS to suit the needs of our customers in this region. While this is a general list, we often adjust the services based on individual situations. Sometimes we may perform additional tasks when necessary, or fewer tasks when not applicable. After providing a quote, we customize and optimize the list according to the specific age and requirements of the system.

1. Check Thermostat Temperature and Operations.
2. Check, Replace Air Filters or recommend valuable advice.
3. Check Electrical Connections for tightness and eliminate potential rubouts
4. Inspect Safety Controls
5. Measure Refrigerant (Freon) Level
6. Measure Temperature Supply / Return
7. Adjust Summer / Winter Damper (if applicable)
8. Condensation Drain System (Check Condensation Pump functionality / Blow Lines Clear)
9. Inspect Duct Work for Leakage, proper insulation, and Obstructions
10. Check Copper Lineset for vibration RubOut and eliminate potential leaks
11. Check Copper Line Insulation
12. Measure Compressor Amp Draw and compare to specifications
13. Check Contactor
14. Measure Capacitor Values
15. Rinse Condenser Coil (if necessary)
16. Check Evaporator Coil (if accessible)
17. Check Blower Motor Blades
18. Measure Blower Motor Amp Draws and compare to specifications
19. Inspect overall system performance and provide recommendations if needed.

Residential AC Tune-up Checklist

Beware of claims about a "60-Point Tune-Up"! Scammers might try to trick you with fancy marketing, but there's no such thing as a 60-point tune-up for your residential central air conditioning. Look closely at the details to avoid falling for scams. In reality, a proper maintenance check usually takes between 45 minutes to 1.5 hours per unit. Don't be fooled by lists that promise too much – they're just for show and often include services that could never all happen in a single visit. Stay smart and read the fine print!

1. Verify proper airflow.
2. Check for refrigerant leaks.
3. Inspect and test safety controls.
4. Check and adjust fan belts (if applicable).
5. Inspect overall system performance and provide recommendations if needed.
6. Inspect ductwork for leaks, damage, or inadequate insulation.
7. Measure temperature supply and return for proper differential.
8. Check and adjust summer/winter damper settings (if applicable).
9. Check insulation on refrigerant lines.
10. Inspect and clean or replace air handler or furnace filter (if applicable).
11. Check and calibrate thermostat accuracy.
12. Inspect and tighten electrical wiring connections and terminals.
13. Test and inspect capacitors for proper rating and condition.
14. Inspect and clean blower wheel and motor.
15. Inspect and adjust blower motor belt tension (if applicable).
16. Check and clean condensate drain line and pan.
17. Inspect and clean evaporator coil and drain pan.
18. Check and adjust refrigerant charge as needed.
19. Inspect and clean outdoor condenser coil.
20. Test and inspect compressor and fan motor operation.
21. Inspect and test contactors for proper operation.
22. Test and inspect safety controls for proper operation.
23. Inspect and adjust thermostat anticipator settings.
24. Test and inspect defrost control for proper operation (if applicable).
25. Inspect and tighten all electrical connections at indoor and outdoor units.
26. Inspect and test crankcase heater operation (if applicable).
27. Inspect and test defrost cycle operation (if applicable).
28. Check and test crankcase heater operation (if applicable).
29. Inspect and test reversing valve operation (if applicable).
30. Inspect and clean or replace air filters (if applicable).
31. Inspect and test low-pressure switches for proper operation.
32. Inspect and test high-pressure switches for proper operation.
33. Inspect and test suction line temperature sensor (if applicable).
34. Inspect and test discharge line temperature sensor (if applicable).
35. Inspect and test superheat and subcooling levels.
36. Inspect and test auxiliary heat operation (if applicable).
37. Inspect and test defrost control operation (if applicable).
38. Inspect and test economizer operation (if applicable).
39. Inspect and test humidifier operation (if applicable).
40. Inspect and test UV light operation (if applicable).
41. Inspect and test air purifier operation (if applicable).
42. Inspect and test zoning system operation (if applicable).
43. Inspect and test ventilation system operation (if applicable).
44. Inspect and test ductless mini-split system operation (if applicable).
45. Inspect and test air-to-air heat pump operation (if applicable).
46. Inspect and test geothermal heat pump operation (if applicable).
47. Inspect and test variable refrigerant flow (VRF) system operation (if applicable).
48. Inspect and test energy recovery ventilator (ERV) operation (if applicable).
49. Inspect and test heat recovery ventilator (HRV) operation (if applicable).