Maintenance Program
HVAC System Prevention Maintenance Checklist
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Don’t think that you can’t afford maintenance services for your home. We make sure that our maintenance services are always affordable and accessible to homeowners in Van Nuys, CA and the San Fernando Valley area. Here are a few details of our plan…
- Lower your utility bills
- Keep your HVAC system in tip-top shape
- Preserve your warranties
- Prevent sudden breakdown of your furnace or air conditioner
- Receive 20% savings on necessary repairs
- Access special dollar deals only available to Club Members
- Secure priority scheduling
Sign up today for Club membership and we will send a postcard, email or telephone reminder to schedule service at a convenient time for you.
The old adage is true: an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Below you’ll find our Preventative Maintenance Checklist:
- For a system that heats and cools: perform maintenance in the spring and fall
- For cooling system maintenance only: perform maintenance at least once a year, before the cooling season
- For furnace maintenance only: perform maintenance at least once a year, before the heating season.
We keep parts in stock to better serve you!
Prices
1 System:
Twice per year system safety tune-up, 20% off needed repairs, priority scheduling, and opportunity to participate in outrageous dollar deals
2 Systems:
Twice per year system safety tune-up, 20% off needed repairs, priority scheduling, and opportunity to participate in outrageous dollar deals
3 Systems:
Twice per year system safety tune-up, 20% off needed repairs, priority scheduling, and opportunity to participate in outrageous dollar deals
HVAC System Maintenance Checklist
Outdoor Units
- Inspect unit for proper refrigerant level
- Inspect base pan for restricted drain openings—remove obstructions as necessary
- Inspect coil and cabinet
- Inspect fan motor and fan blades for wear and damage—on older models lubricate as needed
- Inspect control box, associated controls/accessories, wiring and connections. Controls may include contactors, relays, circuit boards, capacitor (for proper microfarad reading), sump heat and other accessories. All control box and electrical parts should be checked for wear or damage
- Inspect compressor and associated tubing for damage
While Your System Is Operating
- Monitor system starting characteristics and capabilities
- Listen for abnormal noise
- Search for source of unusual odors
- Monitor air conditioning and heat pump systems for correct refrigerant charge
- Measure outdoor dry bulb temperature
- Measure indoor dry and wet bulb temperature
- Measure high and low side system pressures
- Monitor gas furnace for correct line and manifold gas pressure—make adjustments as needed
- Measure temperature rise and adjust airflow as needed
- Check vent system for proper operation
- Monitor system for correct line and load volts/amps
- Monitor system operation per manufacturer’s specifications
- Provide system operation report and recommend repairs or replacement as necessary
Indoor Units
- Inspect blower assembly (includes blower housing, blower wheel and motor)
- On older models, lubricate motor and inspect fan belts if necessary
- Check combustion blower housing for lint and debris and clean as necessary
- Inspect evaporator coil, drain pan, and condensate drain lines, and clean p-trap if accessible
- Inspect for gas leaks in gas furnaces
- Inspect burner assembly—clean and adjust as needed
- Inspect ignition system and safety controls—clean and adjust as needed
- Inspect heat exchanger or heating elements
- Inspect flue system—check for proper attachment to the furnace, any dislocated sections, and for signs of corrosion
- Inspect control box, associated controls, wiring, and connections
- Clean or replace air filters
- Inspect conditioned airflow system (ductwork)—check for leaks
Our Customers Say It Best!
At Kilowatt Heating, Air Conditioning & Electric, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our Customers have to say about working with us.
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Won't Be Disappointed!"Give them a chance to earn your business, you won't be disappointed!!"- Brian Z.
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I am 100% happy with Kilowatt!"Dean is honest and fair. A top-notch guy with a top-notch crew. Special shoutout to Dean’s assistant Vernon and the installation guys Hector, Armando, Joe, and rest of the team. You can tell a lot about a person when their workers love them."- Judy P.
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Thanks Kilowatt!"The entire team at Kilowatt is amazing. I truly appreciate them coming out to my house on short notice and resolving my HVAC issue. I highly recommend Kilowatt for all your HVAC and Electrical needs."- Jason R.
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10 out of 10"Kilowatt always provides the best service. Great staff. Great service. I highly recommend them for all services."- Bonnie B.
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Simply The Best"Kilowatt is simply the best! I’ve been with them forever and they never disappoint… my technician Francis was/is the best. Also, the home staff couldn’t be kinder!!"- John A.
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Vernon Saved My Day"Excellent service. Vernon was knowledgeable , efficient, courteous and explained his findings well. Will definitely use this company again."- Pamela B.
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Amazing Experience"Everything you want in a trusted local company. Our technician Francis was so knowledgeable and courteous - we couldn’t be more pleased. AAA experience and highly recommend."- Joel S.
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I'm a Lifelong Customer!"have pledged my loyalty to Kilowatt. I won't even bother with anyone else. Thanks!"- Shannon M.
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Two Big Thumbs Up!"The team arrived on time, were ALL very knowledgeable and very respectful. They answered all my questions and went above and beyond the scope of work in which they came out for."- Jeannette M.
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I HIGHLY recommend Kilowatt for any HVAC needs."Excellent customer service from the initial quote to install. Hector and everyone of the install crew were top notch in the quality of work, professionalism, and customer service."- Grant K.
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Exemplary Work"Kilowatt has always been prompt for the appointments, always worn booties while in the house. Anytime there were repairs to be made, they explained the why's and what's beforehand in a manner that is easily understandable."- Paul M.
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100% Recommend"We have been using Kilowatt for many years to service our HVAC as well as two homes we own and rent out. We finally came to the time we needed a new system in our home. I would not have trusted any other company."- Pam B.
The Kilowatt Difference
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Hablamos EspañolOur team is proud to help with Spanish services.
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Weekend AppointmentsDo weekdays not work for you? We can see you on the weekend!
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Ask About Our WarrantyWe back all of our services with a warranty for your peace of mind.
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Decades of Trusted ServiceOver 35 years of experience as your local HVAC & Electrical experts.
