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>

How much should an HVAC service call be?

• <div><p>Most HVAC companies charge a flat service call fee of between <b>$75 and $150</b>, which includes traveling to your home and inspecting your system to find the underlying problem. Keep in mind that these prices only include diagnostics and the actual repairs will usually be billed separately. If you’re calling for routine service, the service call will be included in your inspection and tune-up, with the total sitting around <b>$150</b>. Your prices could be a little higher if you have a very large home with multiple condensers and air handlers, as inspections and servicing take longer.</p></div>

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Q: Do services include refrigerant checks?

• <div><p>Yes, technicians check refrigerant levels, loop performance, and system calibration for peak efficiency.</p></div>

Q: What are the benefits of geothermal heating and cooling?

• <div><p>Geothermal systems provide energy efficiency, lower utility bills, and long-term sustainability with minimal environmental impact.</p></div>

Q: Do services include eco-friendly options?

• <div><p>Yes, many providers offer organic or eco-friendly treatments. Confirm availability with your contractor.</p></div>

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Last update on October 24, 2025

Reviewed in January 2018
I have been buying furnaces from All Weather for 15 years, and it doesn't get any better than this when it comes to customer service and installation. Yesterday I had them install a new gas furnace at our place of business, and the install went perfect! Trenton and Trey did an awesome job...
All Weather Heating & Cooling Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2017
First. They were asked to do one thing only. They were asked to remove the vinyl floor covering so that my handyman could inspect the flooring underneath. Yet they went way beyond that and then asked my handyman to sign a document giving them permission to do what they had not been asked to do....
PAUL DAVIS RESTORATION & REMODELING
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Reviewed in August 2014
It went vey well. The crew was on time.....they were very polite and professional. They had to go from the backdoor through the living room to get to the crawl space in our attic. They were extremely quiet and took extreme care while moving things in and out. They also vacuumed up all from...
CHEHALIS SHEET METAL HEATING & COOLING & ROOFING
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Reviewed in April 2014
It could well have been just my interaction with the technician who brought out a dead mouse on the filter just to tell me that I had been remiss at changing the filters. In my opinion he should have located how the mouse got into the heating system in the first place. I would not really like...
Peninsula Heat
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Reviewed in March 2014
My puppy was very scared of water before he worked with Beth, the owner of Happy Tails Resort and Spa. She has a large heated indoor swimming pool where she has been helping to de-sensitize him and make him less scared of water. She also works with animals that have injuries or are elderly. She...
Beth Meyer
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Reviewed in July 2012
DAVE'S HEATING and COOLING SVC has been servicing our heating and cooling unit. They have great customer service. I have never had any complaints with them.
DAVE'S HEATING & COOLING SVC
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Cummings, Inc.

6824 19th Street West Unit 174

Cummings, Inc.

6824 19th Street West Unit 174

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 91% of Angi customers

433 local quotes requested

Cummings, Inc. has proudly served the Tacoma community for over 30 years, specializing in comprehensive HVAC solutions tailored to meet your needs. Our commitment to exceptional customer service and a job done right the first time—at a fair budget—sets us apart. When you choose Cummings, Inc., you're choosing reliability, punctuality, and a trusted partner in comfort. We look forward to serving you.

"Cummings did great work. Will use them again."

Mark R on August 2025

"Cummings did great work. Will use them again."

Mark R on August 2025

Alpha Environmental Services Inc

Alpha Environmental Services Inc

Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 93% of Angi customers

We are a residential and commercial environmental consulting and remediation company. Serving the greater Portland, OR, area for over 20 years, we have the experience and knowledge to handle just about anything. We offer a variety of services from mold assessment and remediation to radon testing and mitigation and tank services. We provide project oversight and technical review for projects big and small. This includes site analysis, mold assessment, and the remediation of toxins. We also offer a full range of heating oil tank services, from checking underground leaks to installing above ground storage tanks (ASTs). Our residential and commercial services include: • Environmental consulting and remediation • Environmental site assessment • Groundwater remediation • Habitat restoration • Mold testing and removal • Asbestos, radon and lead testing and inspection • Dry well sampling • Phase I & II environmental site assessments • Underground tank sampling • Vapor mitigation systems Environmental risk is an important and complex issue. Whether your concern is toxic mold or radon testing, Alpha Environmental Services can develop an environmental or engineering due-diligence solution that fits your individual needs. We are fully licensed and committed to your environmental needs. Call today for a free estimate and to schedule an appointment.

"I hired Alpha Environmental to do a tank search. They were punctual and helpful, beyond the scope of their visit. They're easy to work with and they accommodated unusual invoicing request."

Ramona M on June 2025

"I hired Alpha Environmental to do a tank search. They were punctual and helpful, beyond the scope of their visit. They're easy to work with and they accommodated unusual invoicing request."

Ramona M on June 2025

Heating Oil questions, answered by experts

Yes, technicians check refrigerant levels, loop performance, and system calibration for peak efficiency.

Geothermal systems provide energy efficiency, lower utility bills, and long-term sustainability with minimal environmental impact.

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.

Yes, many providers offer organic or eco-friendly treatments. Confirm availability with your contractor.

Most HVAC companies charge a flat service call fee of between $75 and $150, which includes traveling to your home and inspecting your system to find the underlying problem. Keep in mind that these prices only include diagnostics and the actual repairs will usually be billed separately. If you’re calling for routine service, the service call will be included in your inspection and tune-up, with the total sitting around $150. Your prices could be a little higher if you have a very large home with multiple condensers and air handlers, as inspections and servicing take longer.

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