In Phoenix, HVAC service should follow the local climate. The right move here: service before triple-digit season, a March or April tune-up is cheap insurance. The focus is AC capacity, refrigerant, and sun-baked condenser coils.
A realistic Phoenix schedule
- Tune-up: before triple-digit season, a March or April tune-up is cheap insurance.
- Filters: every 1-3 months, more often with pets or allergies.
- Coils and drain line: checked yearly to prevent breakdowns.
What it costs
A maintenance visit in Phoenix runs $85-$165. Catching problems at a tune-up is almost always cheaper than an emergency call.
Repair or replace?
If your system is 12-15+ years old and needs a major repair, replacement often pencils out, especially with the efficiency gains. Get a second opinion before a big spend.
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