Without regular maintenance, AC systems lose efficiency, wear down faster, and become more prone to issues.
Many homeowners face issues like:
These problems often lead to:
Our AC maintenance services help homeowners improve efficiency, prevent breakdowns, and keep systems running all summer long.
Jump HVAC provides routine service that keeps your system clean, tuned, and performing at its best.
Our technicians inspect, adjust, and optimize your system to catch issues early and extend its lifespan.
Unlike generic HVAC companies, we focus on:
AC maintenance is when a mechanically certified technician performs a series of tests on your AC to find out what parts are functioning up to manufacturer’s specifications, and what parts are not. Running these tests ensures you will not experience a breakdown in peak season. AC maintenance includes a light cleaning of the outside condenser coil as well as a 25 point inspection on all components of the AC. To see each component we test, please reference the comprehensive checklist below.
The condenser is a heat-exchange surface that permits the transfer of heat from the refrigerant to a condensing medium. The condenser must reject heat from the load being cooled, the superheat added in the evaporator, and the heat generated during compression. In residential systems, approximately 5% of an air-cooled condenser coil is used to remove superheat from the vapor, 85% of the condenser coil is used to remove the latent heat from the refrigerant, and 10% of the condenser coil is used to subcool the liquid. Both sensible heat energy and latent heat energy are removed from the refrigerant by the condenser. A larger condenser coil provides a more effective surface area, which increases the rate of heat transfer. Manufacturers add more fins per inch of coil tubing to increase heat transfer and system efficiency. Without regular maintenance, your condenser coil fins will be clogged with particulates. At first the efficiency will be dramatically reduced, but eventually failure to keep your coil clean will cause system failure.
The evaporator is the system component that contacts the air being recirculated by the blower in your furnace. It is the cooling coil that performs the work on the air by lowering its temperature and moisture content (humidity). As the refrigerant flows through the evaporator, heat is transferred from the air passing over the coil to the refrigerant flowing inside the coil. Evaporator tubing is enhanced with spiral scoring on the interior tube walls. If the fins on your evaporator coil are clogged, your coil cannot efficiently remove heat from the air.
Have you or someone you know ever had your evaporator coil turn into a huge block of ice? This can happen for many reasons, such as a clogged coil or neglecting to change your filter. You may notice water dripping from your evaporator coil, flooding into your furnace and surrounding area as a clue to what is going on. If this is your current situation, turn off your AC (to begin melting the ice block) and call to schedule with us today.
When was the last time you had maintenance done on your AC? If the answer is more than a year ago, you are due to schedule maintenance for your AC. Other clues that show it is time to schedule AC maintenance is when your system stops functioning as well. If your AC just doesn’t seem to be cooling quite as well as it has in the past years, this is one sign that AC maintenance is probably well overdue.
Things homeowners can do on their own to help maintain their AC.
As a homeowner you can do a few things to help keep your AC clean and functioning properly. Please make sure to change your filter on a monthly basis. This is essential. Also, during the winter when your AC is not in use some homeowners choose to cover their outside unit to protect it from debris in the off season. Please remember to take the cover off when you decide to run the AC next season. Leaving the cover on while it is being run can lead to irreversible damage.
We recommend at least once a year, ideally before peak cooling season.
The technician does a 25 point inspection on your ac system - everything the manufacturer recommends to be tested annually in order to keep your system running to manufacturer's specifications. It also comes with a light outside condenser coil cleaning. If your outside coil is heavily impacted, the technician will price out a deep clean while he is there.
Yes, ac maintenance absolutely prevents breakdowns. Part of what we do during ac maintenance is clean the condenser coil. Leaving your air conditioner system with a dirty condenser coil can cause parts of your system to prematurely fail.
Most maintenance visits take about 60–90 minutes.
Yes, a well-maintained system runs more efficiently and uses less energy.
Yes, new systems come with a 10 year parts warranty through the manufacturer. This warranty is only honored if you have had annual maintenance (once a year) performed on your system.
Call us or request an estimate online. Tell us what’s going on, and we’ll help you schedule the right next step quickly.
We will inspect the issue, assess your system, & walk you through the best repair or replacement options for your home, property, and budget.
Once you’re ready, we complete the repair, replacement, or service with professionalism, care, and respect for your home or property.
Just clear communication and quality HVAC service from a local team that cares.
You get experienced, licensed technicians who provide clear answers and honest guidance on the right solution for your system.
We explain what’s wrong, your options, and what makes the most sense for your home, budget, and comfort.
We focus on what’s right for you - repair when possible and recommend replacement only when it truly makes sense.
We arrive on time, communicate clearly, and deliver respectful, professional service from start to finish.
Lakewood is at the center of what we do. We help homeowners and small businesses in nearby areas with reliable heating and cooling services.
From AC issues in summer to furnace and boiler problems in winter, we understand local HVAC needs and provide clear, practical solutions.
