How Often Do I Need To Have A Cleaning & Tune-Up Done On My Air Conditioner?
We frequently receive calls from Phoenix, AZ homeowners asking how often they should have maintenance and cleanings performed on their heat pump, air conditioning unit, or furnace.
Prior to the increasing severity and frequency of dust storms we’ve seen hit the Phoenix area in recent years we used to tell out clients it was OK to only have one visit per year if they had a heat-pump and twice per year if they had gas heat. We’ve changed that recommendation based on changing weather patterns, manufacturer warranty claim processes changing and a few other factors…and so has the Department of Energy!
All of us at Magic Touch Mechanical now agree that based on the three factors discussed herein, Arizona homeowners should have their HVAC unit cleaned and maintained twice per year. In fact, we recently changed our maintenance agreement options eliminating the 1-visit option that we used to offer for the very same reasons.
Here is a letter we recently sent to our clients explaining the need to no longer offer a 1-visit per year air conditioning & heating unit maintenance plan:
Dear Valued Client:
Subject: HVAC Maintenance recommended twice a year by Energy Star and Magic Touch Mechanical
Let me start by saying thank you so much for your continued loyalty and for choosing Magic Touch Mechanical as your Air Conditioning, Heating, Insulation and Energy Efficiency Testing Company. We are honored that you have so much faith in us. We will continue to earn your business exceeding your expectations every time you call on us!
A few of you have asked why we no longer offer a “one visit” comfort savings plan option, so I thought I’d write up a quick note to explain the change.
First, we have all witnessed the increasing frequency and severity of dust storms in the valley. We have found over the last few years that our clients who have their equipment cleaned and maintained twice per year have a drastically lower percentage of breakdowns caused by component failure attributed to dirt build-up and heat.
Second, we are receiving more frequent messages from manufacturers and third-party extended warranty companies who are denying warranty claims citing component failures are caused by “lack of maintenance”. Being able to demonstrate proof of maintenance being done within the last six months to extended warranty claim adjusters has made the difference between claims being denied and our clients having to pay out-of pocket on more than a few occasions in recent years.
Lastly, you probably already know we are the market leader in the Phoenix-Metro area regarding energy efficient home testing and repairs and are one of the few companies in our industry to be designated an Energy Star Partner® As an Energy Star Partner®, we are held to higher standard and must follow strict guidelines. Recently the Department of Energy published the following statement on their website:
“Keep your cooling and heating system at peak performance by having a contractor do annual pre-season check-ups… …it’s best to check the cooling system in the spring and the heating system in the fall.” More information can be found at http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=heat_cool.pr_maintenance
For these reasons we’ve created three new Comfort Savings Maintenance Plans for you to choose from, which all include two cleaning and maintenance visits per year. We added many valuable new features and benefits to all of the plans, which were designed to save you money and deliver even better value and service.
You asked and we listened! We now have a monthly payment plan so you no longer have to pay upfront for the year and for those who sign-up for our EZ-Pay monthly payment plan now…you receive the 12th month free…EVERY YEAR!
Sincerely,
Rich Morgan
President
For more information about your options and to find a Comfort Savings Plan that’s right for your and your castle visit our website and see a side by side comparison of your options: http://airconditioningarizona.com/estore/http://airconditioningarizona.com/estore/
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