You did lots of thinking, maybe even talked us here at Gochnauer at Home, found the best geothermal system for your Lancaster home, had the dependable technicians at Gochnauer at Home set up your brand new [[heating and cooling|geothermal107] unit, and now that you have been enjoying your system for a while, it’s time for autumn maintenance. (We all know [[targetlocation winters can be strenuous.)
Annual maintenance before major use, such as winter in Lancaster, is key to getting the most from your geothermal heating & cooling system. The easiest things are air filters. Like most air filters, your geothermal air filters can take a beating from the debris in your air. Routine cleaning or replacement of old filters will keep your compressor running perfecty and minimize the accumulation of udesirable dust. While we think, D-I-Y is a great way to save [[time and money|time|money]4 maintenance and repairs on your unit is best left to the experts. What can you expect when you set up your fall tune up with Gochnauer at Home? We...
- Replace or replenish the coolant in your system. (If your system needs coolant.)
- Examine the pipes outside if a issue is suspected.
- Lubricate the moving parts, such as the fans and pump.
- examine, and if necessary, tighten electrical connections.
- If you have an open loop geothermal system, an acid flush may be needed to clean out mineral and debris deposits.
- And other small checks that may be specific to your unit
Maintenance on your Lancaster unit is important not only for your investment, but for your piece of mind. Keep in mind, your geothermal unit isn’t just what is in your home, it is the plumbing and pipes in the ground. Regular checkups help your unit stay efficient and last longer. Routine maintenance can also catch items that need to be replaced before they fail, like fans and pumps.
No matter the geothermal system that you have, maintenance in the autumn in Lancaster is the ideal time to get your geothermal system tuned up for the fridged months of winter. Keeping your system running without issue will help minimize energy bills and prevent huge breaks in the future. Contact us soon to get your geothermal unit prepared for fall.