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Should You Spring for an A/C Maintenance Plan? - It would be a lot cooler if you did.

This month spring will officially… well, spring. So, those lower temperatures we’ve had throughout winter will soon be a thing of the past. From now until September – maybe even October – the only cool air we’ll be experiencing will come from our air conditioners. The last thing we’ll want is for that essential system to fail when we need it most. The best way to ensure this won’t happen is to have it professionally serviced regularly – and the best, most cost-effective way to do that is with a maintenance plan.

Wait… my A/C is newer…

Look, our goal isn’t to make you paranoid to think that your cooling system could break any time you use it. Maintenance is a crucial responsibility. If you bought your house new, or your home has a new HVAC system, it’s easy to assume it’s good to go with minimal upkeep. After all, it’s not giving you any problems and you change the air filter regularly, so you should be able to go for years without any troubles, right?

Well, not necessarily.

There’s a reason manufacturers recommend professional maintenance. In fact, many require proof of a maintenance plan to keep your warranty valid. That’s because even new cooling systems can break down, especially if you’re not as diligent about maintenance as you should be. And, if you have a warranty, you’ll still go some time in discomfort until it can be repaired. For those older units, unexpected issues can cost you money over time as your HVAC loses efficiency. Likewise, the overdue work on your A/C can be a replacement verses a repair situation if you’ve waited too long.

That’s when maintenance plans come in.

An HVAC maintenance plan ensures your cooling system receives the dedicated care it needs each year to:

  • Run smoothly
  • Provide better comfort
  • Improve performance
  • Extend system life
  • Maintain warranty coverage
  • Prevent expensive breakdowns

In addition to all those system-saving services, having a professional maintenance plan – like our Premium Service Agreement – comes with a full menu of benefits, including:

Two complete maintenance visits – each with a full 21-point inspection

  • Priority service
    • Discounts on repairs
    • 1-year warranty on repairs
    • First 2lbs of refrigerant at no charge with repairs, if needed
    • Free electronic leak search, if needed
    • One standard HVAC filter change
    • Reduced trip charge

    The Badger Bottom Line

    Whether it’s new or it has been around for a while, your HVAC system needs to be professionally maintained to operate at its best. That’s why a yearly maintenance plan is ideal. With annual tune-up services plus valuable perks for repairs and visits, joining a maintenance plan provides the assurance that your HVAC has the care it needs to keep you cool. To learn more about our A/C Premium Service Agreement membership, give us a call or visit us HERE!