Benefits of Regular HVAC Maintenance Prevention is the best medicine for HVAC systems. Getting professional eyes on your system can help to detect a small problem before it turns expensive. Regular cleaning and filter changes can also ensure a healthier environment.

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, you can calculate what air conditioner size you need by multiplying the square footage of your room or house by 20 BTU. Domestic air conditioners generally have a BTU between 5,000 and 14,000 BTU. If your calculation produces a BTU rating lower than this because your room dimensions are small, your best bet is to purchase the air conditioner with the lowest number of BTUs you can find. However, several other factors could mean you need a larger air conditioner than the square footage calculation suggests. Rooms with high ceilings or that get a lot of sunlight will be harder to cool down, so you should consider getting a slightly larger unit. Similarly, rooms frequently used by multiple occupants simultaneously or that contain heat-generating appliances like ovens may also require a higher BTU per square foot. Various online BTU calculators are available that consider your home's square footage combined with additional factors.

Keep your HVAC equipment in working order, all year round. Budget Air & Maint service agreements include two inspections per year, priority client status, a 10% parts discount, and $0.00 service charges! You’ll be hard pressed to find a more customer-friendly HVAC service contract from another Chattanooga company. With us, there’s absolutely no lock-in, and we guarantee your satisfaction.

For basic 1"–3" air filters, manufacturers typically tell you to replace them every 30–60 days. If you suffer from light to moderate allergies, you could install a better air filter or replace them even more regularly.

It may be time to call a professional contractor to help you make a change if: Your heat pump or air conditioner is more than 10 years old. Consider replacing it with a unit that has earned the ENERGY STAR label. Installed correctly, these high-efficiency units can save up to 20 percent on heating and cooling costs.

Yes, we offer monthly and quarterly checkups and filter changes. Contact us for more information.