Groundhog Day can be more than a fun holiday predicting the rest of winter; have you ever considered that it’s also the perfect time to request a tune-up for your HVAC system? At Gilray Heating and Cooling, our team of certified experts can keep your heating and cooling system in optimal condition. It just so happens that this time of year can be a sweet spot for an HVAC service call.

Optimal Timing for Your HVAC Maintenance

As Groundhog Day marks the potential for spring, it's also an ideal time to take a look at your furnace. For example, constant freezing temperatures can put a lot of strain on key furnace components. Scheduling routine HVAC maintenance gives an experienced HVAC professional a chance to determine whether your furnace needs a tune-up.

Scheduling maintenance around Groundhog Day also prepares your air conditioning or cooling system just in time for summer. In fact, scheduling two maintenance appointments each year will offer lasting results. One should be as winter ends with the other in fall.

Essentials for Your HVAC Maintenance Checklist

Routine maintenance tune-ups are essential for ensuring your HVAC system operates with optimum efficiency. A detailed inspection and cleaning process allows our technicians adequate time to ensure everything is in working order. On a service call, some specific maintenance tasks your technician will perform can include:

  • Replacing the air filters or replenishing lost coolant: Maintaining balance of airflow and filtration is critical, which means periodically cleaning or switching out the air filters. If your system has leaked refrigerant, we'll replenish the supply and locate the source of the leak.
  • Clearing the drain lines: Cleaning the drainage system keeps things flowing like it’s supposed to and avoids water damage.
  • Reviewing electrical connections and safety features: Double checking that the wiring and software features are working correctly is crucial. This reduces the risk of fires and ensures your system's reliability.

The best kind of HVAC maintenance is proactive—stopping problems before they arise. This type of proactive service from our professionals can give your heating and cooling systems the greatest potential for peak performance.

The Advantages of an HVAC Maintenance Plan

To get the most out of routine HVAC maintenance, we recommend you look into signing up for the Gilray Heating and Cooling maintenance plan. This service contract provides regular maintenance checkups, special discounts and additional perks.

Groundhog Day: The Perfect Reminder for HVAC Maintenance

In addition to signaling what's left of winter, why not utilize Groundhog Day as a reminder that it's time to arrange for HVAC maintenance with Gilray Heating and Cooling. Don’t put it off until the last minute; preventive maintenance is essential, and by enrolling in our maintenance plan, you are eligible for additional benefits.

Contact us today at to make sure your HVAC system is ready to tackle the upcoming seasons.