Did you know the typical heating and air conditioning system runs approximately 1600 hours per year? To give that some perspective, an automobile is driven at 55 mph, would travel an astounding 88,000 miles during that same period.

Just as you would never consider such a journey in your car without arranging for an oil change, lubrication and routine tune-ups: your heating and air conditioning system require the same attention!

The average household spends more than $2,200 a year on energy bills, and nearly half of that comes from heating and cooling costs. With the summer heat, homeowners across the country will turn their air conditioning up to full blast. But you can save electricity and avoid hefty repair bills by giving your HVAC system an annual check-up.

Preventive maintenance on your HVAC system will not only ensure that the equipment is operating at maximum efficiency but it will also extend the life of that equipment. Government research shows that a regular tune-up of your heating and cooling system will save you money in the long run because of reduced energy costs. The high-efficiency air conditioners on the market now can cut electric bills significantly but only if they are properly maintained.