Preventive HVAC Maintenance Services in Blue Ridge, GA

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Comprehensive AC Maintenance Plans for Homes & Businesses

Keep your HVAC system in top condition with our preventive HVAC maintenance service. We recommend regular inspections and routine maintenance for residential and commercial customers to keep your cooling systems running at maximum efficiency.

Homeowners often overlook the cost savings they get from reduced electric bills. Business owners are often too busy to keep up with maintenance schedules and could benefit from a contract with James Thomas Heating and Cooling. There’s no downside to taking preventative measures regarding your air conditioning unit. Book now to get started or call us today to learn more.

Home Air Conditioning Maintenance Services

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Most of today's filters need to be changed monthly. The components of your AC system need to be cleaned and serviced by a licensed professional at least twice a year. Studies have shown that a lack of proper maintenance reduces equipment efficiency by 5 - 10%.

In addition, most of today's filters must be changed at least every 90 days. Don't skimp on the air filter. Opt for an AC filter with a high-efficiency rating. A high-efficiency filter will help keep your air and HVAC equipment clean.

Our maintenance service includes checking the following:

Operating pressures
Refrigerant charge
Filter condition
Compressor
Fan motor
Capacitors
Belts
Clean drains
Clean Outdoor Coils
Lubrication of moving parts

After thoroughly cleaning your equipment, our service technician will adjust the frequency levels of your air conditioner to meet the manufacturer's specifications. An overcharged unit is just as detrimental to energy consumption as an undercharged unit.

DIY AC Maintenance: What Homeowners Can Do

By properly maintaining your HVAC equipment, it will continue to operate efficiently and reliably. There are several straightforward maintenance tasks you can easily handle on your own. Completing these between our visits will help maximize the performance and comfort of your air conditioning system. By taking preventative measures, you can save significantly on your AC unit's overall lifespan.

Here are some simple tasks homeowners can do themselves:

  • Keep dirt, debris, grass clippings, and leaves away from the outdoor unit.

  • Use a hose to clear the aluminum fins from debris. Use a regular hose without a spray nozzle, along with soft brush because the fins bend easily.

  • Clean dust off of your indoor coil.

  • Make sure your outdoor unit always stays in a level position.

  • When you do have a problem with your system, don't wait to call us. The sooner we get to work the better.

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Commercial AC Maintenance Plans

Our team also provides routine HVAC maintenance for business owners. You naturally expect the AC at your business to work all year long, just like your system at home. When the air conditioning quits, it can equal lost inventory and customers. The best choice you can make when protecting your HVAC system is staying on top of regular tune-ups.

Signing up for our commercial maintenance plans is easy for business owners. Our techs will carefully inspect each component to check for existing or potential problems. After the inspection, the entire system will be cleaned and calibrated for maximum performance. Call us to learn more about our maintenance plan or commercial AC services.

Schedule Your AC Maintenance Today!

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Regular HVAC maintenance can help prevent unexpected breakdowns and lower your energy costs. Call today to book an HVAC maintenance near you and keep your system running efficiently.

Frequently Asked Questions

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A typical AC maintenance service includes cleaning the condenser and evaporator coils, checking refrigerant levels, inspecting and tightening electrical connections, lubricating moving parts, testing the thermostat, and replacing the air filter.

A clogged condensate drain line, frozen evaporator coil, or low refrigerant levels can cause water leaks. Regular maintenance helps prevent these issues.

To prevent freezing, regularly change air filters, ensure proper airflow by keeping furniture and objects away from the return air vents, clean the evaporator coils, and check refrigerant levels. If freezing occurs, turn off the unit and call a professional.

AC maintenance plans are well worth the money spent. Oftentimes, the cost of the plan is recouped in lower utility bills. In addition, most companies offer their maintenance customers priority service and discounts on repairs.

Our Testimonials

What People Are Saying About Us

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Very friendly and professional,.as always.
Very pleased.with the service call and system check by Scotty! Very courteous and attentive. He took time to speak regarding system operation and potentially more efficient ways of operation of the heat pump in concert with our propane fireplace. He performed a complete check for system proper operation and now we a ready for spring and summer!
I can’t thank this group of people enough for all they’ve done for us this past month. They went above and beyond to fix an older unit that works great but has need for replacement parts.They must have spent countless hours finding them and then installing them for us so as not to have to replace the entire unit. Pricing was MORE than fair. Thanks so much!
This company showed up on real short notice and diagnosed the problem with our heat pump and got the part ordered thank you james Thomas heating and cooling.you guys are the best. Highly recommend I rate these guys a 5 star.
James Thomas Heating and Cooling is such a wonderful professional company. It is by far the superior HVAC company in the area, is still family owned and operated and is super service oriented. We just had a motor go out in our outside unit and they had one of their lead technicians, Scottie, repair the unit even with very slippery mountain roads to contend with. We are back toasty warm in the cabin. I give James Thomas my highest level of referral.
Phenomenal experience!!! I called with a very last minute issue with our gas logs at our rental property. I live two hours away and was scrambling, but James Thomas Heating & Cooling really came through for us. They were quick, efficient, and the cost was extremely fair. I specifically want to mention Ms. Tina and her kindness in walking me through my options. Highly recommend!
I have personally use James Thomas heating and air Over the past few years, they always respond the same day and can usually come out to fix a problem the same day or within a day or so. Always professional and courteous, and they will take care of your heating and air needs the same as if they were doing it for their own family.

UPDATE 11-15-24: my Honeywell touch pad thermostat fizzled out, bought a new one from Home Depot, but the upgraded model had a different mounting plate, so took old off, new one , hooked up wires exactly the same! No worky, Robert Hoss from James Thomas came out…. Problem was. I didn’t know you had to program the settings for Forced Air or Heat Pump! Robert had me up and running in less than 2 minutes! Rob fixed my heater last year at Christmas when the heater quit working at 19 degree freeze! Didn’t want a repeat of last year! ALL the employees at John Thomas are great, but Rob’s been to my house multiple times working on my 20+ yr HVAC system, it’s like having the same doctor for a while that knows your physiology!

I’m really impressed with Robert Hoss, always treats me fairly, tries to save me money if he can… James Thomas heating and air is more than a local business, they all treat you like family.
We have a maintenance contract and just had the fall tune-up. Outside heat pump cleaned and downstairs unit checked and cleaned. Great job!
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