Before the season’s first cold snap, is your heating system in order? You may want to think back to when you last put your water heater through its paces as West Texas was getting chilly. Then there are the minor issues that, left to their own devices this fall, can become very costly to fix.
Should any of that give you cause for concern, then come to us. For over 30 years MAX HVAC and Plumbing Solutions has been of service to homeowners here in Lubbock and throughout West Texas, making sure their systems are up to snuff and the home is comfortable. Put in a call to (806) 515-7104 for some assistance from one of our certified local technicians.
There is a certain unpredictability to a Lubbock fall; it will be like summer one day and by morning you are at the thermostat. The best way to prepare for the cold is to put in a little time with your plumbing and HVAC now and avoid the expense and aggravation down the road.
The Importance of Fall Maintenance in West Texas
Winter does not make itself known gently in these parts. A cold front will put in an appearance in Lubbock, Littlefield or Levelland with scant warning. Your pipes and your heater will be put to the test the moment the freeze sets in.
We consider fall the ideal time to do some maintenance. It is a lull between the demands of winter heating and the summer cooling rush. Better to find and put right a small problem than have it turn into an emergency on the coldest night of the year.
Putting Your Heating in Order: Some HVAC Advice
After a hard summer of work for the air conditioner, the onus is on the heater. Do not put off a few things before you start depending on it:
- An efficient system needs a new filter
- Run the heater for a while to see if you hear or smell anything amiss
- Make certain your thermostat is doing what it should
- Get the leaves and dust from the outdoor unit
- See that the vents and registers are unobstructed
- Have a professional do a tune-up to get at the parts you cannot
If after months of inactivity you put the heater on and find weak airflow or odd odors, or the system is not coping, do not put it off. We can be reached at (806) 515-7104.
Plumbing: What to Do Before the Freeze
We field our share of calls for burst pipes in West Texas when the weather turns. With some forethought in the fall, however, most are no trouble at all.
Take the time to do the following:
- Any outdoor hoses should be drained and put away to spare the spigot from freezing
- Exposed pipes along an exterior wall or in the garage need insulating
- Know where the main shutoff valve is in case you have to act quickly
- Give the water heater a once over for leaks or sediment
- Put a seal on any cracks near pipes
- Test the drains and faucets for slow leaks
Some homeowners forgo such steps and are left with water damage that would have been far less to deal with had they made an inspection.
In Case of an Emergency
You can be as prepared as you like but a pipe can go out overnight or the heater can stop without notice. That is the reason we at MAX HVAC and Plumbing Solutions are on hand 24/7 for anyone in the vicinity of Lubbock, Wolfforth, Plainview, Tahoka, Abernathy and beyond.
Our pricing is straightforward, no upselling or hidden fees to speak of. As a licensed and insured company (HVAC TX License #TACLA00111089E and Plumbing License #M-44042), we stand behind The MAX Guarantee: we will do the job right or make it right.
We make it easy with free estimates and FTL Finance options. So whether you are in need of an inspection, a tune-up or emergency help, our technicians are here for it.
Get in touch with MAX HVAC and Plumbing Solutions at (806) 515-7104 and face the coming cold with confidence.