Tune-up
$99
A quick, inspection-based visit.
- A quick inspection of your system
- A filter change
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Heater Tune-Up & Maintenance in Huntington Beach
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Thomson AC / Huntington Beach
Get your heater ready before the first cold night
Most Huntington Beach heaters sit unused all summer. Fall is a good time to have us look at yours, and at your air conditioning too.
We offer two different visits: a quick tune-up and a full maintenance visit. Here’s how they compare, so you can pick the one that fits your home.
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Two visits, two levels of detail
Maintenance visit
$159
A much more detailed inspection of each component of your system.
- A detailed, component-by-component inspection
- Condensate drain line flush
- Flame sensor cleaning for heating season
- Photos and short videos of what we find
Not sure which one you need? Call or text us and tell us about your system. We’ll help you choose.
Have more than one system in your home? Ask about multi-system discounts.
▶ Watch video: HVAC drain line explainedHeating and cooling
What a maintenance visit covers
Heating, as it applies to your system: burners, ignition and safety controls, the heat exchanger or heating elements, the flue and venting, flame sensor cleaning, the gas valve, temperature rise and airflow.
Cooling, as it applies to your system: the air filter, condensate drain line flush, indoor and outdoor coils, refrigerant pressures and operating readings, electrical controls, fan components and visible equipment condition.
Whole system: thermostat, blower assembly, airflow, wiring and connections, unusual noise or odor, and system operation.
Not every task applies to every system, so we confirm the scope for your equipment before we start.
▶ Watch video: White buildup on your AC condenser
▶ Watch video: Smelly furnace at first startup?Signs your heater needs service
- A burning smell that doesn’t fade after the first run of the season
- The heater clicks or tries to start but won’t stay on
- It turns on and off more often than it used to
- Some rooms stay cold, or the airflow feels weak
- New banging, squealing or rattling noises
If your carbon monoxide alarm goes off or you smell gas, leave the house and call 911 and your gas company from outside.
Every maintenance visit is documented
- Listen.
We start with your comfort concerns, thermostat settings and anything you’ve noticed. - Inspect.
We go through the heating and cooling components that apply to your system. - Document.
We take photos and short videos of equipment condition, readings and anything that needs attention. - Explain.
We review what we found in plain English before you decide on any additional work.
▶ Watch video: How we document maintenance visits
▶ Watch video: 3 reasons HVAC maintenance saves you moneyResidential maintenance plan
Keep maintenance on the calendar
Our residential maintenance plan keeps your heating and cooling maintenance on a regular schedule, and we reach out to help arrange your visits so they don’t get forgotten.
- Priority scheduling for plan members
- Repair discounts
- Certain plans include credits toward a future system replacement
- More than one system? Ask about multi-system discounts.
Benefits and terms vary by plan. We explain what’s included before you enroll.
Tune-up and maintenance questions
What’s the difference between a tune-up and a maintenance visit?
A tune-up is a quick, inspection-based visit with a filter change. A maintenance visit goes further: a much more detailed inspection of each component of your system, plus a condensate drain line flush and, for heating season, a flame sensor cleaning.
Which one should I book?
Call or text us at (562) 201-3014 and tell us about your system. We’ll help you choose between a tune-up and a maintenance visit.
Do you service both heating and air conditioning?
Yes. We cover the heating and cooling equipment that applies to your home, including furnaces, air conditioners and heat pumps. Not every task applies to every system, so we confirm the scope for your equipment.
Will I see what you found?
Yes. On maintenance visits we use photos and short videos to show equipment condition, readings and anything that needs attention, and we explain our findings in plain English before any additional work.
How much does a heater tune-up or maintenance visit cost?
A tune-up is $99 and a maintenance visit is $159. Call or text us at (562) 201-3014 and we’ll help you choose the right visit for your system. If your home has more than one system, ask about multi-system discounts.
Do you have a maintenance plan?
Yes. Our residential maintenance plan keeps heating and cooling maintenance on the calendar. Plan members receive priority scheduling and repair discounts, and certain plans include credits toward a future system replacement. Benefits and terms vary by plan, and we explain what’s included before you enroll.
My heater smells like burning when I first turn it on. Is that normal?
A short burning-dust smell the first time a heater runs after summer is common. If it doesn’t fade quickly, or it smells electrical or like gas, turn the system off and call us.
Do you serve my area?
Yes. We serve Huntington Beach, Seal Beach, Newport Beach and nearby coastal Orange County communities. Call us or text us at (562) 201-3014.
Book your fall visit
We take care of heating and cooling systems in Huntington Beach, Seal Beach, Newport Beach and nearby coastal Orange County communities. Need a repair or replacement quote instead? Ask for a Free Estimate.
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STEP 02
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Reviews
Real Customers. Real Experiences.
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It was time to service the fan blower unit and had a pleasant experience again working with Glenn and his trainee George. I appreciated the time Glenn took to ensure George's work met the expectations that Glenn would have performed the job to. It's not often companies have seasoned experienced employees that can share their knowledge and experience with new staff. I hope Thomson keeps Glenn around for many more years!
David B.
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Over the years, we've used Thomson to do major HVAC construction, equipment replacement and service. They are always very thorough, knowledgeable, considerate and the prices are fair. They have a lot of experienced technicians on their team and communicating with the office is easy. We get our system serviced every 6 months (very important) and they actually offer a monthly payment plan for that. I didn't take off a star (because they do offer a fantastic service), but it is difficult if something breaks during the weekend. They won't respond until offices open on Monday. But they will get you in as soon as possible and the service is great.
Mary S.
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Very honest company and great customer service. It’s been a long time since we had our AC unit inspected and after all these years it’s still good to go and ready for summer! Ethan did a great job answering all my questions. Quick, efficient and very knowledgeable. Thanks Thomson!
Matt L.
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Ethan was great and was very helpful in helping me understand the unit. He came out the same day I called and had parts on his truck to make the repairs right then and there. Ethan was very friendly and I would recommend him and Thomson Air Conditioning to anyone in the future.
Jennifer S.
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