How often do I need to service my HVAC system?

• <div><p>You need to service an HVAC system about twice per year, with a service including an inspection and basic maintenance. It’s best to schedule maintenance in the spring (after the furnace has been running and before the AC kicks on) and in the fall (after the AC worked hard all summer and before winter’s first chill arrives). </p><p>Regular HVAC services will keep the system working as efficiently as possible, saving you money on utilities and larger repairs. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/ac-service-cost.htm">HVAC maintenance costs</a> around $250 per visit, while bigger repairs from forgotten upkeep could cost thousands.</p></div>

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Q: Should you run an ERV system all the time?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s a better use of energy (and your money) NOT to run an ERV system all the time. Most experts recommend that you cycle your ERV system on and off throughout the year. However, the recommended advice could change based on your climate, the number of people in your home, the size and style of your home, and your heating and cooling system. Contact a local pro for more specific advice. </p></div>

Q: How long does geothermal servicing take?

• <div><p>Most maintenance checks take 2-5 hours, though extensive repairs may take longer.</p></div>

Q: What factors affect servicing costs?

• <div><p>Costs depend on system age, type, labor, and whether part replacements are necessary.</p></div>

Q: What types of heat pumps are there?

• <div><p>There are three main types of heat pumps. An air-source heat pump system is the most common and has two parts&mdash;an indoor air handler unit and an outdoor heat pump unit. A ductless heat pump system functions similarly to an air-source heat pump system but doesn&rsquo;t need ductwork to distribute the air. A geothermal heat pump system pulls heat from the ground to help heat your home. </p></div>

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Reviewed in May 2022
If you're looking for this type of service, don't look any further. IMO this company is the best in New England. We have used their services for hot water heater and gas dryer installs, and now ductwork cleaning. Ben and Dominic did a great job and were very conscientious of our home while...
Halls Clean Air Solutions
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Reviewed in November 2020
They are busy this time of year. Still made time for our water heater failure service call. Great team.
CRS Heating and Cooling, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2017
We had used them to do an oil burner tune up at another house, which went very well. This was a different location and different guy. This tech seemed competent enough, though when he put the system back together the thermocouple stopped working (the pilot light would not stay lit). He replaced...
ARS / Rescue Rooter Boston
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Reviewed in February 2014
I am a first time customer of Boston Standard... I had one immediate issue to fix (no heat in one zone) and had also requested quotes for possible future service and new installations. Jeff was very prompt, polite and professional. He was very quick to determine the problem and fix it. He...
Boston Standard Company
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Reviewed in January 2013
Excellent service for 3 year old Carrier Heat Pump unit. Service representative arrived on schedule, and thoroughly checked out the system. At the end of the service he clearly explained one or two minor problems, and then spent several minutes explaining how we as owners can take better care...
Total Comfort
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Reviewed in November 2011
Bobby, our service tech, showed up with booties covering his street shoes - I especially appreciated this because I was having my house cleaned at the time. He was late but someone from the main office called 1/2 hour beforehand to let me know that he was running late due to a previous call...
Sila Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical
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Reviewed in September 2011
Showed up on time -- plumber and helper. Stuck with the job until it was complete ( replace all old galvanized pipes). Used them again when the hot water heater gave out several months later. (I was not present for that job). They did not bring the equipment to remove the old heater to the...
Tony Herce Plumbing
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Reviewed in June 2011
I would like them to lower their oil prices. I will certainly continue using them.
Cota & Cota Heating Fuels
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Reviewed in April 2009
Made appointment for gift certificate oil change. All was friendly til I showed gift card. Go out into rain for registration so we can log you in to our system. Told them reg was on passenger seat and could they log me when they bring in the car. No, we can't. Went out into rain. Please...
AUTOSERV OF PLYMOUTH
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Reviewed in March 2009
We bought this home when it had been foreclosed on and been vacant for 2 years. The realtor told us that Cilley Plumbing had winterized the plumbing and heating (hot water) systems both years in the fall (before the weather turned cold), so we should contact them to turn it all back on. We set...
JOHN CILLEY PLUMBING AND HEATING
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Heating Oil questions, answered by experts

It’s a better use of energy (and your money) NOT to run an ERV system all the time. Most experts recommend that you cycle your ERV system on and off throughout the year. However, the recommended advice could change based on your climate, the number of people in your home, the size and style of your home, and your heating and cooling system. Contact a local pro for more specific advice.

Most maintenance checks take 2-5 hours, though extensive repairs may take longer.

Costs depend on system age, type, labor, and whether part replacements are necessary.

You need to service an HVAC system about twice per year, with a service including an inspection and basic maintenance. It’s best to schedule maintenance in the spring (after the furnace has been running and before the AC kicks on) and in the fall (after the AC worked hard all summer and before winter’s first chill arrives).

Regular HVAC services will keep the system working as efficiently as possible, saving you money on utilities and larger repairs. HVAC maintenance costs around $250 per visit, while bigger repairs from forgotten upkeep could cost thousands.

There are three main types of heat pumps. An air-source heat pump system is the most common and has two parts—an indoor air handler unit and an outdoor heat pump unit. A ductless heat pump system functions similarly to an air-source heat pump system but doesn’t need ductwork to distribute the air. A geothermal heat pump system pulls heat from the ground to help heat your home.

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