Professional and reliable HVAC preventative maintenance
At Watts Heating and Cooling, we’ve seen firsthand the difference HVAC preventative maintenance can make for our customers. Not only does HVAC maintenance help you get the most out of your investment in terms of longevity, but it also helps lower energy costs and improve indoor comfort and air quality.
Watts is a trusted authority for HVAC maintenance services across the Portland metro area. And with over 800 5-Star reviews on Google, we continually “WOW” our customers with superior care. Hear it from one of our clients:
We have used Watts for heating and cooling systems maintenance for years. They have been with us in 2 separate homes and we appreciate their service so much that we were thrilled that they would still service our location even though we moved a little further out east. We trust them and will most likely utilize their services for when we need to replace our aging AC unit.
– BL
Trusted HVAC Tune-Up Services When You Need It Most
Watts is your local HVAC home team, providing professional, reliable HVAC maintenance to families and businesses in the Portland metro area. As a family-owned company who has been in business since 1999, we treat our customers like we do our own family. Watts provides our neighbors with comfort solutions that fit not only their lifestyle, but also their pocketbook. At the end of the day, we’re the people you can count on for all your family’s home comfort needs.
Heating and Cooling Check-Up Services We Offer
As a professional HVAC contractor, Watts Heating and Cooling offers comprehensive maintenance services. Our experienced technicians provide skilled maintenance for air conditioners, furnaces, commercial HVAC systems, water heaters, along with other systems and unit types.
We also offer HVAC maintenance plans, convenient service agreements, and extended warranties to protect your investment further.
Air conditioning maintenance
Regularly maintaining your air conditioner can extend its lifespan and improve its efficiency. Neglecting necessary maintenance usually leads to a steady decline in the system’s performance and an increase in your home’s energy use. Our expert technicians can easily provide air conditioning preventative maintenance—as needed or regularly.
Furnace maintenance
Preventative furnace maintenance from Watts Heating and Cooling can help you save on energy costs, reduce expensive repairs, and extend your equipment’s life so that you stay warm when the nights turn cold.
Commercial HVAC maintenance
Watts Heating and Cooling is here to serve all your commercial HVAC maintenance needs. Our experienced technicians are dedicated to keeping your commercial systems running smoothly and providing you with a “WOW” customer service experience, every time.
Water heater maintenance
Reliable hot water is so much a part of our day-to-day lives, it’s easy to take it for granted. Water heaters require regular maintenance to make sure you don’t take an unexpected cold shower or find you can’t clean the dishes.
HVAC maintenance plans and agreements
Heating and cooling systems have a way of breaking down at the worst possible times: on the coldest day of winter or during a sizzling summer heat wave. This is when your home comfort system has to work the hardest and when you need it most.
With Watts, you don’t have to worry! Choose one of our HVAC maintenance plans and you’ll never strike out on a maintenance or repair bill again!
Extended warranties
Extended warranties give you another opportunity to manage your ongoing costs. The benefits of an extended warranty include:
- Planning and projecting your costs while protecting against increases in parts or labor.
- Covering the bill for all costs, including labor, during the insured period.
- Peace of mind knowing your equipment is covered.
Why Routine Maintenance and Servicing Your HVAC Is Important
Keep your comfort system running smoothly—and prevent minor problems from becoming big problems—with HVAC preventative maintenance from Watts. Whether you schedule your regular system checkups as needed or sign up for one of our convenient annual service agreements, HVAC maintenance is essential. Though every once and while your HVAC system may need a repair, regular maintenance can get ahead of potential damage, provides longer-lasting equipment, and helps reduce energy bills.
To keep your HVAC systems running properly, we offer the following in our maintenance appointments:
19-point gas furnace tune-up
- Cycle the furnace
- Blower – inspect assembly if possible
- Clean or change filter (customer supplied or purchased from contractor)
- Verify limit operations
- Measure and record delta T (temp split)
- Clean flame sensor
- Clean and cycle condensate pump (90% or better EF)
- Measure and record amp draw to blower
- Measure and record amp draw inducer
- Inspect flue pipe
- Measure and verify ignition protocols
- Clean burners
- Tighten electrical connections
- Clean and adjust pilot assembly if applicable
- Clean exterior panels
- Measure and adjust gas pressure
- Inspect heat exchanger
- Conduct bubble test for gas leaks
- Vacuum burner compartment
14-point air conditioner tune-up
- Cycle the air conditioner
- Clean or change filter (customer supplied or purchased from contractor)
- Test/record total refrigerant pressure
- Test/record outdoor ambient temperature
- Test/record indoor ambient temperature test
- Test/record amperage draw on fan motors
- Check motor capacitors — indoor and outdoor
- Oil motors if applicable
- Check integrity of electrical contactors
- Tighten electrical connections
- Check indoor coils & drain properly
- Clean primary drain line & trap
- Inspect and wash outdoor coils
- Remove debris from exterior unit & clean panels
17-point fireplace tune-up
- Check and clean pilot assembly
- Check igniter
- Test thermocouple/pile voltage
- Check and clean burners
- Limited blower cleaning
- Check current to gas control valve
- Check for proper on/off switch and t-stat operation
- Check gas pressure
- Check for gas leaks
- Ensure proper safety switch operation
- Check vent for blockage
- Check for spillage at flue
- Check and clean glass door and gaskets
- Check gas log condition (if applicable)
- Check remote control functionality
- Touch up firebox paint
- Replace ember bed material
Regular maintenance is easier when you have a set plan. Learn more about our annual maintenance agreements, which can save you money and make maintaining your system a breeze.
Portland’s Heating and Air Experts
At Watts Heating and Cooling we have one mission: provide Portland metro families with home comfort services that are dependable, affordable, and of exceptional quality.
We offer HVAC services by a skilled team of factory-trained professionals. And with our fleet of trucks and warehouses full of the newest, state-of-the-art parts and equipment, all of your solutions are just minutes away.
So whether you need routine maintenance, emergency repair, replacement equipment or a complete system, call us today. You can count on us for your family’s home comfort needs.
Why Choose Watts for HVAC Preventative Maintenance
At Watts, we strive to rise above the status quo in everything we do. When you need dependable and reliable HVAC services, the Home Team is here to help!
When you need HVAC maintenance, Watts is here to help. Schedule an appointment with us.
- Locally owned and operated
- Over 800 5-star reviews on Google
- NATE-certified technicians
- Actively involved in our community
- Committed to “wow” customer experiences—every time
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does preventative maintenance include?
Our HVAC maintenance services include but are not limited to: testing safety controls, cleaning condenser coil and condensate drains, inspecting the filtration system, checking for refrigerant leaks, tightening electrical connections, and calibrating the thermostat.
If my HVAC unit needs to be repaired, is that a separate visit?
A: Our qualified technicians will evaluate the service needed, and if extra time or additional parts to complete the work are required, we will work with you to find a convenient time to do so.
Are your HVAC techs certified?
A: Yes! All of our installers and technicians are trained on a regular, on-going basis. Watts has been certified by the following industry organizations: Bryant Factory Authorized Dealer, North American Technician Excellence, ORACCA, AGC, The Oregon Mechanical Officials Association, and The Northwest College of Construction.
Does regular HVAC maintenance save me money and make my unit last longer?
Routine tune-ups prevent costly, major breakdowns and keep your system running efficiently, which helps lower your monthly utility bills. It can also extend the lifetime usage of your unit.
What kind of HVAC maintenance should I do on my own?
You can save money and prevent system breakdowns by handling basic, user-friendly tasks yourself. Focus your DIY maintenance on changing air filters, cleaning vents and registers, clearing the drain line, and maintaining clearance around your outdoor unit. It is generally recommended to hire a licensed HVAC technician for annual, comprehensive tune-ups to keep things running smoothly. If you are ever unsure of what to do or have questions, the Watts Home Team is here to help!
Are there things I should do to prepare my HVAC unit for seasonal changes?
Replace or clean your air filters every 1-3 months to prevent your system from overworking. Clean debris and leaves away from the exterior unit, maintaining about two feet of clear space around it.
