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Every month when you get that monthly bill courtesy of Dominion Power, do you ever wish it could be substantially reduced?

About 55% of all homeowners according to a survey made by Honeywell Inc., have made the discovery that having their heating and/or cooling equipment professionally serviced at least once a year can make a substantial difference.

They're the smart ones because an annual heating and/or cooling system "clean/check/tune-up" is one of the best home maintenance investments you can make. And that's just what your heating/cooling system is, an investment…the most expensive appliance in your house.

	1.	But what about the 45% of homeowners who neglect annual maintenance? They pay the following penalties: Energy bills 10-15% higher than need be as the result of inefficient operation. It's like having a fireplace that burns money!

	2.	Accelerated equipment wear. Annual maintenance extends equipment life as much as 20-30%. That translates to an additional 3-5 years for air conditioners and heat pumps and up to 10-15 years for a furnace.

	3.	Most service contractors will tell you that about 75% of most heating/cooling repairs that run into hundreds of dollars could have been avoided with regular maintenance.

At Climatemakers, we realize the substantial investment you have in your heating/cooling system and its importance to the health and well being of your family. To help you protect this investment, we have designed the most comprehensive Planned Service (PS) Agreements available.

At the heart of these agreements is a 32 point check-up/tune-up for Heating systems and a 40 point check up for cooling systems. Climatemakers is unique in that it is the only local company to advertise such a comprehensive service and posts for anyone to see the benefits that accrue from each point listed.

Here’s proof positive, that we offer the area's most comprehensive preventative maintenance service available. See for yourself, in writing, not only the name of each of the points BUT the effect each point has on the performance of your system (and why you should not settle for less) We believe we are safe in saying, that no other local contractor can match that list!

Beware of any company that touts a 10 or 15 point "check-up" at a "low ball" price. Many times this is a just a ruse to gain entrance to your home with the intent of selling you expensive repairs or new equipment.

There is a PS agreement for (1) heating (2) cooling and (3) heat pump systems. Take a minute to see what we do from the details that follow. You'll see "bargain tune-ups" just don't compare!

PS Heating Agreement:

The complete description of a 32 point check-up/tune-up that follows is for a gas heating system and the benefits that accrue. (Similar benefits accrue for other fuels).

	Work Performed	Benefits
1.	Start unit	Essential to check operating efficiencies and comfort conditions.
2.	Inspect flue and diverter	Ensures safe operation. Flue pipe corrosion or leaks are dangerous.
3.	Clean interior of vestibule	Provides safety.
4.	Clean pilot assembly	Saves money.
5.	Adjust pilot	Saves unnecessary & costly service calls.
6.	Check thermocouple	Provides safety and helps prevent costly emergency service calls.
7.	Clean burners	Dirty burners prevent gas from being burned properly & efficiently.
8.	Adjust burners	Increased efficiency & fuel savings.
9.	Set gas manifold gas pressure	Provides safety, helps prevent costly repairs.
10.	Set burner air adjustment	It is important to have a properly adjusted furnace for fuel economy and system effectiveness otherwise useful heat that you have paid for goes up the flue.
11.	Check gas valve operation	Provides safety and prevents costly emergency service calls.
12.	Test for gas leaks	Safety check.
13.	Check thermostat	Defective or improperly calibrated thermostat affects comfort and operating costs.
14.	Check heat anticipator	Promotes comfort in home; helps prevent costly service calls.
15.	Check thermostat contacts	Saves money; increases comfort.
16.	Check safety devices	Inoperative safety controls can cause dangerous problems.
17.	Check fan control	When properly set, avoids wasting heat and improves comfort conditions.
18.	Check limit control	Keeps unit in safe operating condition.
19.	Inspect heat exchanger for leaks	Safety check for possibility of creating carbon monoxide
20.	Inspect combustion chamber	Saves money on fuel bills and promote safety and helps eliminate expensive repair.
21.	Check blower wheel	A clean blower lengthens motor life.
22.	Check blower motor and lube	Extends life, saves money, and prevents failure.
23.	Check for belt tension and align	Avoids costly service calls, saves money on utility costs.
24.	Check and secure all panels	Newer systems have a blower door safety switch and will not operate if door is not properly in place.
25.	Check air filter	Dirty air filters increase operating costs.
26.	Check furnace wiring	Extends life of system, ensures safety.
27.	Check noise and vibration levels	Increases comfort, can extend life of system.
28.	Check for combustible materials around furnace	Keeps the unit in safe operating condition.
29.	Check for combustion air	Blocked or restricted combustion air openings can be dangerous.
30.	Make final operation test	To make certain that everything is working just the way it should.
31.	Advise improvements if needed	It allows you to gauge effectiveness, efficiency and potential need for repair or replacement.
32.	Check temperature difference of supply & return air temperatures	Temperature difference indicates production and capacity of unit. Also affects comfort level.

In addition to the 32 point check-up/tune-up, the PS agreement automatically enrolls you as a Preferred Customer. This valuable designation entitles you to a:

15% discount for all service repairs
Priority Scheduling

The total cost for the PS Agreement for Heating is..........$105.00

Additional discounts for multiple units
Additional discounts for multiple years

TO ORDER A PS AGREEMENT FOR HEATING CLICK HERE

PS Cooling Agreement:

The complete description of our 40 point check-up/tune-up for cooling systems and the benefits that accrue:

	Work Performed	Benefits
1.	Check thermostat	Improperly calibrated thermostat affects comfort and operating costs.
2.	Start unit	Verify unit is operational before tune-up takes place.
3.	Check return air filter	Restricted filter causes unit to waste energy and shorten compressor life.
4.	Routine cleaning of evaporator coil**	Dirty evaporator coil decreases efficiency and can lead to compressor failure.
5.	Clean condensate drain**	A plugged condensate drain can cause expensive water damage.
6.	Check condensate pan and fittings for leaks	A cracked pan or loose fittings can cause expensive water damage.
7.	Check blower wheel	Dirty blowers reduce air flow; increases operating costs and can lead to compressor failure.
8.	Check blower motor stability	Dirty motors are less efficient and will fail sooner.
9.	Check blower motor amp draw	Ensures optimum performance; protects equipment.
10.	Lube motors & bearings	Improperly lubricated rotating equipment will eventually fail.
11.	Check belt, pulleys and alignment	Avoids costly service calls, saves money on utility costs.
12.	Check total electrical consumption	Ensures optimum performance; protects equipment.
13.	Examine parts for visible wear	Avoids costly service calls.
14.	Check and secure all panels	New systems have a blower door safety and will not operate if door is not properly in place.
15.	Examine all electrical connections	Extends life of system; ensures safety.
16.	Check unit disconnect switch	Worn, overheated disconnect blows fuses; potentially dangerous.
17.	Check temperature difference across coil	Temperature difference indicates production and capacity of unit. Also affects comfort level.
18.	Remove debris around outside unit	Promotes Efficiency. Prevents damage to equipment.
19.	Routine cleaning of condenser coil	Dirty condenser coils raises refrigerant pressures increasing electrical costs.
20.	Check condenser fan motor stability	Prevents costly service calls.
21.	Check condenser fan motor amp draw	Ensures optimum performance; protects equipment.
22.	Check condenser fan blades for vibration	Prevents damage to unit and costly service calls.
23.	Check reversing valve	Improperly operating reversing valve wastes energy.
24.	Check crankcase heater	Crankcase heaters that do not work lead to compressor failure.
25.	Check relays & contactors	Worn contactors and loose connections can lead to motor and compressor failure.
26.	Check capacitors	Bad capacitors lead to compressor and motor failure.
27.	Check all safety devices	Keeps unit in safe operating condition.
28.	Test time delay	Prevents unit from starting under load when power has been temporary interrupted.
29.	Check defrost assembly	A defrost timer that does not work correctly causes loss of heat and can shorten life of compressor.
30.	Check all controls	Extends the life, saves money, and prevents failure.
31.	Test refrigeration metering device	Blockage or improper operations of metering device reduces cooling capacity, increases fuel costs, and shortens system life.
32.	Measure operating pressures with gauges	Improper refrigerant charge can cause compressor shut down.
33.	Check noise and vibration levels	Increases comfort & extends life of equipment.
34.	Check compressor amp draw	Ensures optimum performance; protects equipment.
35.	Make final operations test	To ensure optimum performance.
36.	Wax outdoor unit**	For weather protection and extended life.
37.	Record system operation	For Home owner's information and records.
38.	Explanation of tune-up results	Explanation of work performed in tune-up and results.
39.	Advise improvements as needed	To allow you to gauge effectiveness, efficiency and potential need for repair or replacement.
40.	Conclude Transaction	Answer questions; collect for work performed, signature(s) on invoice, leave customer copy of tune-up, and make appointment for any additional work required.

** If feasible and where accessible

In addition to the 40 point check-up/tune-up, the PS agreement automatically enrolls you as a Preferred Customer. This valuable designation entitles you to a:

15% discount for all service repairs
Priority Scheduling

The total cost for the PS Agreement for Cooling is............$105.00

Additional discounts for multiple units
Additional discounts for multiple years

TO ORDER A PS AGREEMENT FOR COOLING CLICK HERE

PS Heat Pump Agreement:

Because heat pumps operate year 'round, the 40 point tune-up/check-up detailed in the air conditioning section is made TWO (2) times each year.

Heat pumps will receive all of the air conditioning services 1-40 PLUS THE FOLLOWING:

	Work Performed	Benefits
41.	Check Reversing Valve	A reversing valve that is not operating properly wastes energy and causes a loss of heat.
42.	Auxiliary Heat Strips	Improperly operating they cause loss of heat or increase electric cost higher than necessary.
43.	Check water temperatures***
44.	Check water flow***

*** Water Source Only

In addition to the 40 point check-up/tune-up made TWO (2) times each year, the PS agreement automatically enrolls you as a Preferred Customer. This valuable designation entitles you to a:

15% discount for all service repairs
Priority Scheduling

The total cost for the PS Agreement for a Heat Pump is...$210.00

Additional discounts for multiple units
Additional discounts for multiple years

TO ORDER A PS AGREEMENT FOR A HEAT PUMP