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55-point HVAC inspection

A 55-point inspection you can actually read.

We inspect your system the same way every time, document what we find with photos and readings, and walk you through it. You decide what to do next, with no pressure.

Josh inspecting furnace venting
What we check

Eight areas, 55 checkpoints.

Your report lists every checkpoint, what we measured and what we recommend, sorted by priority.

Category

Safety

Gas connections, flue and venting, heat exchanger visual check, safety switches, CO risk factors

Category

Electrical

Voltage, amperage, capacitors, contactors, wiring and connections

Category

Heating performance

Ignition, flame signal, temperature rise, burners where applicable

Category

Cooling performance

Temperature split, outdoor unit operation, refrigerant circuit readings

Category

Airflow

Filter, blower wheel, motor, returns and supply registers

Category

Coils & drainage

Indoor and outdoor coil condition, drain line, pan and condensate pump

Category

Controls

Thermostat operation, calibration and wiring

Category

Documentation

Make, model, serial and age, photos of findings, prioritized recommendations

Your report

Photos, readings and plain-language priorities.

After the inspection you get a digital report with photos of every finding, your equipment details and color-coded priorities: what needs attention now, what to watch and what's in good shape.

  • Educational, not a sales pitch
  • Clear about what can wait
  • Yours to keep for future service and resale
Field report · Gas furnaceExample
Josh testing the controls inside an open gas furnace
Blower capacitor (rated 10 µF)7.9 µFReplace
Flame sensor signal2.8 µAGood
Temperature rise (spec 35–65°F)48°FIn range
Filter conditionRestrictedPhoto

Example values for illustration. Every Prestige visit includes a report like this with photos of your equipment.

Questions

Common questions

How long does the inspection take?
Usually about an hour per system, depending on the equipment and what we find.
Is the inspection included in Prestige Care?
Every Prestige Care visit includes a detailed inspection report. See the plans.
Will you try to sell me a new system?
No. We document what we find and explain your options. Most findings are maintenance items or simple repairs.

Book your service

Pick a time that works for you. Your appointment goes straight onto our schedule, and we'll confirm it with you.

Online booking is handled securely by Housecall Pro. For no heat, no AC or other emergencies, call 240-483-9872. We answer 24/7.

Heat out? AC down? Call Prestige.

We answer emergency calls 24/7. Call 240-483-9872 and tell us what's going on.