Checklist

Home HVAC and Air Quality Maintenance Calendar

Small regular tasks prevent most HVAC problems and keep indoor air cleaner. Use this checklist through the year. Anything involving refrigerant, gas or electrical work belongs to a licensed professional.

An outdoor air conditioner unit beside a house wall in a garden

Give the outdoor unit room: Shixart1985, CC BY 2.0

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General information only. Follow your equipment manuals and use licensed professionals for gas, electrical and refrigerant work.

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