Furnace Tune-Up in Nashville, TN

What's Included in a Furnace Tune-Up?

Your Coolray HVAC technician will perform a comprehensive heating system performance tune-up that can reduce the chance of expensive repairs and increase your heating system’s efficiency (saving you money). Your Trust Certified Coolray heating technician is available to perform a performance tune-up and professional cleaning today.

Steps in the performance furnace tune-up include:

1. Check thermostat operation
2. Check pilot ignition sequence (adjust pilot) and observe main burner operation
3. Check flue draft on natural draft furnaces
4. Test fan switch/heating fan relay operation
5. Check primary limit operation
6. Cycle furnace off, and record “fan off” temp.
7. Visually inspect heat exchanger
8. Check blower wheel for cleanliness, and check and blower motor to include bearings, belts, pulleys
9. Check air filter (air Cleaner)
10. Check furnace temperature rise
11. Fire furnace & leak check gas line from manual safety shutoff to main burners
12. Test flue spill switch operation
13. Check auxiliary limit switch operation
14. Test draft safeguard switch operation
15. Check humidifier operation
16. Operate furnace through one cycle
17. Clean furnace cabinet
18. Review results with customer (IAQ-Plumbing-Electrical)
19. Review service agreement options with customer

Benefits of Regular Furnace Maintenance

Regular furnace maintenance can help identify worn or malfunctioning components before they contribute to an unexpected breakdown. It also gives the technician an opportunity to check system operation, review safety controls, and clean components that affect performance.

Maintenance cannot prevent every repair, but consistent professional service can help homeowners stay informed about the condition of their heating equipment.

Furnace Tune-Up FAQs

How often should I schedule a furnace tune-up?

Annual heating-system maintenance is commonly recommended before or near the start of the heating season. Follow the equipment manufacturer's maintenance requirements as well.

What happens during a furnace tune-up?

A technician can inspect and test components such as the thermostat, burners, blower assembly, heat exchanger, safety controls, filter, and other components appropriate to the system.

Can a furnace tune-up prevent breakdowns?

Maintenance cannot prevent every breakdown, but it can help identify developing problems before they become more serious.

When is the best time to schedule furnace maintenance?

Many homeowners schedule heating maintenance before colder weather arrives so the system can be inspected before periods of frequent use.

Does Coolray offer a heating maintenance plan?

Yes. Coolray offers its Club Coolray Maintenance Agreement for ongoing HVAC maintenance and related benefits.