In Washington, HVAC service should follow the local climate. The right move here: service twice a year, one heating check in fall, one cooling check in spring. The focus is both the furnace and the AC across four seasons.
A realistic Washington schedule
- Tune-up: twice a year, one heating check in fall, one cooling check in spring.
- 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 Washington runs $105-$210. 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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