Groundhog Day can be more than a fun holiday predicting the rest of winter; have you thought about the fact that it’s also a great opportunity to request a tune-up for your HVAC system? At Gilray Heating and Cooling, our team of certified experts can keep your heating and cooling system in top shape. It just so happens that this time of year can be a sweet spot for an HVAC maintenance visit.

The Best Time to Plan Your HVAC Maintenance Service

As Groundhog Day marks the potential for spring, it's also an ideal time to take a look at your furnace. For example, single-digit temperatures can put considerable wear on key furnace components. Scheduling routine HVAC maintenance gives a professional HVAC technician a chance to see if your furnace needs a little extra attention.

Scheduling maintenance around Groundhog Day also prepares your air conditioning or cooling system before the busy summer season. In fact, scheduling two maintenance appointments annually will offer better results. One should be as winter ends with the other in fall.

Key Items to Include in Your HVAC Checkup

Routine maintenance appointments are vital for ensuring your HVAC system operates with optimum efficiency. A detailed inspection and cleaning process gives our technicians the time they need to ensure everything is in tip-top shape. On a service call, some specific maintenance tasks your technician will carry out can include:

  • Replacing the air filters or replenishing lost coolant: Maintaining balance of airflow and filtration is critical, which means regularly cleaning or switching out the air filters. If your system has lost any refrigerant, we'll refill the supply and identify the problem.
  • Clearing the drain lines: Clearing the drainage system keeps things running smoothly and avoids water damage.
  • Checking electrical connections and safety features: Double checking that the wiring and software features are working correctly is imperative. This helps prevent fires and preserves smooth operation.

The best kind of HVAC maintenance is proactive—stopping problems before they occur. This kind of proactive service from our professionals can provide your heating and cooling systems the optimal opportunity for peak performance.

Why a Maintenance Plan Can Benefit Your HVAC System

To reap the full rewards of routine HVAC maintenance, we recommend you look into signing up for the Gilray Heating and Cooling maintenance plan. This plan provides regular maintenance checkups, exclusive discounts and other perks.

Let Groundhog Day Be Your Prompt for HVAC Care

In addition to signaling what's left of winter, why not use Groundhog Day as a reminder that it's time to book HVAC maintenance with Gilray Heating and Cooling. Don’t put it off until the last minute; preventive maintenance is key, and by enrolling in our maintenance plan, you are eligible for additional benefits.

Call today at to ensure that your HVAC system is in top condition to handle whatever the weather brings.