Preventive Tune-ups
Preventive Tune-ups | Heat Repair | Heating and Air Conditioning | Oakdale
When Oakdale’s cold snaps hit, you need confidence that your furnace will start every time. HEP’s preventive tune-ups give your heating and air conditioning system the attention it deserves—cleaning burners, calibrating thermostats, and checking safety controls—so small issues never become big breakdowns. Our certified technicians arrive on schedule, explain every finding in plain English, and leave your home as tidy as they found it, all while helping you save on monthly energy bills.
If your equipment does falter, our same-day heat repair service gets warmth flowing again fast, backed by fully stocked trucks and a satisfaction guarantee. From routine maintenance to emergency fixes, HEP is Oakdale’s one-call solution for comfort you can count on all winter long.
FAQs
How often should I schedule a preventive heating and AC tune-up in Oakdale?
For most Oakdale homes, we recommend two tune-ups per year—one in early spring for your air conditioner and one in early fall for your furnace or heat pump. Semi-annual service addresses the heavy pollen and dust that accumulate during Central Valley summers and ensures safe, efficient heating before cool winter nights arrive.
What does your preventive tune-up include for a gas furnace?
Our 21-point gas furnace tune-up covers: burner and heat-exchanger inspection, flue draft test, ignition and safety control check, gas-pressure adjustment, blower motor amperage reading and lubrication, filter replacement (standard sizes), thermostat calibration, carbon-monoxide scan, and tightening of all electrical connections. We finish with an efficiency report so you can see how your system is performing.
Can a tune-up really reduce my energy bills?
Yes. Dirty coils, clogged filters, and maladjusted gas pressures all force your equipment to work harder. An Oakdale EnergyStar study shows that a well-maintained HVAC system can operate up to 15% more efficiently. Over the course of our long cooling season and chilly winter evenings, that can translate into hundreds of dollars in annual savings and faster payback on your equipment investment.
Do you offer priority heat repair if a problem is found during the tune-up?
Absolutely. If our technicians uncover a component that’s close to failing—such as a cracked ignitor or weak blower capacitor—we’ll explain the issue, provide upfront pricing, and give you priority scheduling for the repair, often the same day. Customers enrolled in our Oakdale Comfort Club receive a 15% parts discount and waived diagnostic fees.
Will a preventive tune-up keep my manufacturer warranty valid?
In most cases, yes. Nearly all major HVAC manufacturers require proof of annual professional maintenance to honor parts warranties. Our detailed service records and digital checklist satisfy those requirements and can be forwarded to the manufacturer if a warranty claim ever arises.
How long does a typical tune-up visit take, and do I need to be home?
A comprehensive furnace or AC tune-up generally takes 60–90 minutes per system. We prefer that an adult be home at the start to discuss any comfort concerns and at the end to review findings, but we can secure the property and email your report if you can’t be present for the entire appointment.