As a homeowner, I just want things that are supposed to work, to work. I’m not particularly handy, so when something breaks it always frustrates me. Even worse, if there’s a plumbing problem, it can damage a home. Or if the AC breaks down in August, heaven help us all. Frankly, there’s never a convenient time for a major system in your home to break down. In today’s sponsored post from Reliant, we discuss one option to address this.
Reliant has created a package to help protect your home from potential AC, heater and plumbing issues. The idea behind the Reliant Home Maintenance Package is to alleviate the stress of the homeowner who relies on their major home systems to perform all year long.
For $249 a year, a homeowner can enjoy the benefits of a full plumbing inspection once a year, two seasonal air conditioner or heater tune-ups per year.
The details of each inspection are as follows:
Heating Tune-up (October – November)
- Inspect and test the gas valve
- Inspect and test the pilot light (manual or electronic)
- Visually inspect the heat exchanger
- Check flue for proper ventilation and clearance
- Inspect and test the electrical disconnect
- Check amperage readings on heat strips
- Verify proper wiring size on heat strips
- Inspect and test the electrical power switch
- Inspect blower motor for proper ventilation
- Check the evaporator drain line
- Check the overflow pan drain line
- Inspect all air filters
- Inspect and test thermostat
Plumbing Inspection (January – February)
- Check the water pressure
- Visual inspection of faucets for leaks
- Visual inspection of toilets and tanks for leaks
- Check the drain speed in bathtubs and sinks
- Visual inspection of shower pan
- Inspect flexible hoses/water supply lines to: Toilets, sinks, washing machine, dishwasher, refrigerator, water heater
- Drain and sewer line inspection (if accessible)
- Water heater: Check temperature, inspect venting system, ccheck water and gas connection, inspect drain and pan piping
AC Tune-up (March – April)
- Inspect condenser coil
- Clean and clear debris
- Inspect all electrical connections
- Adjust the system for optimal cooling
- Check for refrigerant and oil leaks
- Check the expansion valve and coil temperatures
- Check refrigerant levels
- Check condensation drain
- Run the cooling cycle
- Inspect and test the thermostat
- Inspect all air filters
- Perform a wash-down of the condenser coil
Although such a service cannot fully guarantee there will be no unexpected problems with your home, it can often find problems before they happen. There is nothing worse than waking up in the middle of the night to rain showers falling onto your bed. Which has happened to me. When the water heater burst about a decade ago in the attic.
For a house with two AC units and possibly 2 water heaters, does the price increase
Yes, the best advice is to contact Reliant.
I would contact Reliant. I assume the cost is based on estimated man-hours, so the price could go up somewhat. But I wouldn’t think double.