Most home inspectors will do a visual inspection of the HVAC system, l check to see if it’s running, and if there is any external damage. Though home inspectors are experts in the home itself, most don’t have the technology to run a full diagnostic check. Using a professional HVAC technician to run a comprehensive report can give you a deeper dive into the age, performance, and efficiency of the unit, as well as identify any potential “pain points” a home inspector may have missed.

Though your current unit could be working just fine, an inspection from a certified HVAC technician can ensure that your unit will pass the home inspection, as well as entice buyers knowing that it was “professionally” checked out. Full transparency in the performance of the unit can make your home stand out from the rest on the market.

If you have a particularly old unit, over 10 years old, it may be reaching the end of its life. Regular inspections give you a transparent screenshot of the efficiency and performance of the unit itself, so you can prepare to make the upgrade when the unit breaks down. This can help eliminate any “surprise” breaks from your system, and give you time to prepare financially.

If your energy bills have steadily been increasing, this could be a sign that the unit is underperforming. A routine inspection from an HVAC professional will provide a deeper look into what exactly is causing this higher energy usage.