"Art" wrote in message
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I've tried 3 different HVAC companies for so-call maintenence service.
All were a complete waste of money. They didn't even clean the inside
coils.


I would agree with you on that point then.


"aka-SBM" wrote in message
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"RichK" wrote in message
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"jaynews" wrote in message

Just was wondering if it would be a good idea to insist that my annual
Central A/C tune-up be rescheduled if rain is expected that day or rain
happens that day.

A/C is not an old man, does not need annual checkup. You're wasting
your
moeny.



Checkup would be a basic term....however, Ill be sure to tell the next
guy I run into that didnt do an annual service and hes flooded his
compressor due to a clogged evap that you said he was wasting his money
anyway by cleaning it...

You realize, that by failing to service the unit, you void warrantys too
right?


There are few-to-none things a guy can spot in advance, in order to
prevent
a impending failure.


Yea..that high side gauge fluttering like a bitch has no meaning at
all...that valves not about to fail....



And what do you get in exchange for the "tuneup" - a guarantee that your
system will not fail for the next season?

Well....some companies offer greatly reduced rates for repairs, IF you
have a service contract.
Some, offer free labor on any warranty replaced parts as long as its
during a service..meaning, you dont pay labor for the replaced part...and
SOME even give you a service contract on the new unit for up to 5 years.


I agree, that on a rainy day, whatever the guy does (or does not) will
be
done faster. But what does it matter - you're not getting anything
anyway.


Care to come with us on a few services and prove that statement?
Really...Im serious..if you are in our area, you can ride with one of the
guys, you can see whats being done, you can ask all the questions you
want, and you can see how a properly serviced unit, will not only outlast
one thats used and abused, but you can see what you thought wasnt being
done.

A proper service, BTW, takes between 1.5 hours and 3...depending on the
situation and location of the unit. Package units anywhere from 1 to 2
hours. If you are getting the 20 minute driveby service, you ARE getting
screwed.



RichK