Service and Maintenance

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As techs familiarize themselves with the nuances of a heat pump, there are a few common problematic areas they must concentrate on to ensure the equipment runs efficiently and effectively for years to come.

While servicing equipment, technicians should be on the lookout for sources of potential future leaks, as well as follow good service practices to prevent creating leaks.

The biggest tip is that combustion analysis should be the first and last thing completed during any heating appliance repair.

You perform maintenance each year, but by the next maintenance visit, dirt and grime are in the equipment again. Have you ever wondered why this happens?

When installing and repairing refrigeration equipment, technicians should always follow good service practices to prevent any contaminants from entering the piping or system components.

A properly executed static pressure test often leads to more comfortable customers with healthier systems.

Repairing reach-in coolers and freezers with electronic temperature controllers can be challenging at times.

I have seen numerous companies make significant investments in test equipment and training, only to quit once they hit their first obstacle.

While repairing a system, technicians should try to look ahead and avoid common issues that can make repairs more difficult.

According to the preliminary results of a DOE Building America study, only 23% of newly installed residential HVAC systems are perfectly charged.