Furnace, Boiler & AC Tune-Ups
The Short AnswerGartner HVAC performs seasonal tune-ups on furnaces, boilers, air conditioners and heat pumps across Skokie and the North Shore. A tune-up includes inspection, cleaning, lubrication and calibration to manufacturer specs, which helps prevent breakdowns, lowers energy use and supports warranty requirements.
Why Tune-Ups Matter
Most no-heat and no-cooling calls we get in the first cold snap or the first heat wave could have been caught by a tune-up. Annual maintenance keeps your system running efficiently, extends its life, catches small problems before they become expensive ones, and keeps manufacturer warranties in good standing.
Furnace & Boiler Tune-Up Checklist
- Inspect and clean burners, ignitor and flame sensor
- Inspect heat exchanger and test for carbon monoxide
- Check gas pressure and combustion
- Test safety controls and limit switches
- Inspect venting and flue
- Check blower motor, belts and electrical connections
- Replace or check filter
- Boilers: check water level, low-water cutoff, relief valve, pumps and expansion tank
- Calibrate thermostat
AC & Heat Pump Tune-Up Checklist
- Clean or rinse outdoor condenser coil
- Check refrigerant charge and pressures
- Test capacitors, contactors and motors
- Clear condensate drain and check pan
- Inspect evaporator coil and airflow
- Tighten electrical connections
- Check temperature split and thermostat operation
Best Time to Schedule
Book heating tune-ups in September–October and cooling tune-ups in March–May, before the busy season. Comfort Club members get reminders and priority scheduling automatically.
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FAQ
HVAC Maintenance & Tune-Ups FAQ
Once a year for each system: heating in the fall, cooling in the spring.
Many manufacturer warranties expect regular professional maintenance. Keeping a service record helps protect your coverage.
Check it monthly. Standard 1-inch filters usually need changing every 1–3 months; thicker media filters last longer. Ask your technician to show you.
Schedule HVAC Maintenance & Tune-Ups with Gartner HVAC
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