Air handler maintenance checklist
Here is some additional air handler preventative maintenance. Some of the items on this checklist, like cleaning the filters, can usuallybe done by the homeowner, but be sure to call an PHD Heating & Cooling for more complicated tasks, such as lubricating and greasing the motor and blower bearing:
- Check the unit for noise and vibration
- Clean filters
- Drain and clean condensation pan
- Lubricate and grease motor and blower bearing
- Straighten coils with afin comb
- Check that the motor belt and pulley are working properly
- Inspect wiring for damage or loose connections
- Check the unit’s bypass valve
If you sense any maintenance is needed with your air handler, contact PHD Heating & Cooling. You don’t want your system to shut down when you need it most.