Preventive Tune-ups
Preventive Tune-ups | Air Conditioning | Heating and Air Conditioning | Oakdale
When steamy Oakdale afternoons hit, you want your home to stay effortlessly cool—and that starts with proactive care. HEP’s preventive tune-ups give your air conditioning system the white-glove treatment it deserves: precision inspections, coil cleanings, refrigerant checks, and fine-tuned calibrations that keep every component humming. By catching small issues before they snowball, you enjoy lower energy bills, fewer surprise breakdowns, and the peace of mind that comes with a reliable chill on demand.
Our friendly, certified technicians arrive on time, explain every step, and leave your space as spotless as they found it. With decades of local experience, we know how Oakdale’s unique climate stresses HVAC equipment, so we tailor each visit to maximize efficiency and extend system life. Sign up for a HEP preventive tune-up today, and discover how simple it can be to keep your air conditioning running like new—season after season.
FAQs
Why should I schedule a preventive air-conditioning tune-up for my Oakdale home?
Oakdale’s hot Central Valley summers push AC systems to run for long stretches, which can cause wear, dust buildup and refrigerant loss. A yearly tune-up keeps components clean and correctly adjusted, allowing the unit to cool more efficiently, reduce monthly energy use by up to 15 %, avoid mid-season breakdowns, extend equipment life and keep manufacturer warranties valid.
How often do Oakdale air conditioners need maintenance?
We recommend a professional tune-up once every 12 months, ideally in early spring before temperatures climb into the 90s. This timing lets us catch minor issues—such as low refrigerant or a failing capacitor—before the cooling season begins, giving you maximum comfort and reliability all summer. (If you also use a furnace, schedule a separate heating tune-up in the fall.)
What is included in your preventive AC tune-up visit?
Our NATE-certified technician follows a 20-plus-point checklist that includes: • Cleaning or replacing the return-air filter • Washing the outdoor condenser coil and straightening fins • Checking refrigerant charge and testing for leaks • Inspecting electrical contacts, capacitors and relays • Tightening loose connections and measuring voltage/amperage • Lubricating motors and bearings as required • Flushing and treating the condensate drain line • Calibrating the thermostat and verifying temperature split • Measuring system static pressure and air-flow • Providing a written report and recommendations.
Will a tune-up really lower my energy bills?
Yes. Dirty coils and low refrigerant force your compressor to work harder, driving up power use. After a tune-up a typical Oakdale household sees cooling costs drop 10 – 15 %, which can save $80–$150 over one season. The service often pays for itself within the first summer, and the efficiency gains continue the rest of the year.
How long does the service take and do I need to be home?
Most preventive tune-ups take 60-90 minutes for a single outdoor unit and indoor air handler. We ask that an adult (18 +) be home to approve any needed repairs and to allow access to the thermostat, electrical panel, attic or crawl space if required. Clear away pets, trim vegetation around the condenser and make sure we have a clear path to indoor equipment before we arrive.
What does a preventive tune-up cost and are there local discounts?
Our standard Oakdale AC tune-up is $119 for the first unit and $79 for each additional unit at the same address. We run spring promotions that can reduce the first-unit price to as low as $79. Oakdale residents who join our Comfort Club maintenance plan receive two tune-ups (heating and cooling) plus priority service for one low monthly payment and may qualify for energy-efficiency rebates from PG&E or TID when upgrading parts discovered during the visit.