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Are HVAC Service Plans Worth the Money?

Keith Harnish • Apr 25, 2023

Some may consider purchasing a service plan for an HVAC system a waste of money. What if you pay for the plan, and your system works perfectly and never needs a repair (unlikely, but let's just imagine it)? In that scenario, a service plan will probably seem like a waste of money. On the other hand, what if your heating and cooling system needs an expensive repair and money is tight at the time? Do you want to risk your family's comfort?


So, the question is: "Is a service plan worth the money?" That depends. Let's take a look at it.

What is a Heating and Cooling Service Plan?

A heating and cooling service plan is an agreement wherein a fee is charged in exchange for ongoing HVAC services. What is included in a service plan can vary, but typically a service plan consists of some or all of the following:

·      Checkups

·      Tune-ups

·      Seasonal Maintenance

·      Parts and Services

·      Priority Service


A service plan is like an insurance policy that provides peace of mind if anything goes wrong with your HVAC system. But because service plans typically include regular checkups and maintenance, it's also a preventative measure to help keep your system running longer and more efficiently.

Should You Purchase a Heating and Cooling Service Plan?

Your HVAC system is crucial to your home and your family's comfort, but no one wants to pay for something they don't need. So here are some questions to ask before purchasing an HVAC service plan:

·      How old is your system?

·      Is it still under warranty?

·      How well do you maintain your HVAC system?

·      What are common repairs for your HVAC model?

·      How much do those repairs typically cost?

·      Will a service cost more than the service plan?


One of the most significant advantages of a service plan is that you are more likely to maintain your HVAC system regularly, thereby extending the unit's life and making it run more efficiently. Other potential benefits include the following:

·      Lower heating and cooling costs

·      Prevent minor issues from becoming more significant issues

·      Increase the lifespan of your system

·      Better air quality

·      Quicker fixes (when priority service is included)

·      Expensive repair bills

·      Peace of mind

·      And more, depending on what the service plan includes

What is Included With an Ultimate Comfort Heating & Cooling Service Plan?

Ultimate Comfort Heating & Cooling offers a variety of service plans to meet your needs. You can click each plan name below to see everything included with each plan, but here's a brief summary.


The Platinum Protection Plan is our most inclusive plan. It includes all the benefits of our Precision Tune-Ups and other heating and cooling features, such as

·      FREE parts and labor warranty on your entire heating and cooling system.

·      Credit towards a replacement system.

·      Valuable customer-only coupons and offers.

·      Priority Service


The Gold Protection Plan also includes all the benefits of our Precision Tune-Ups and other heating and cooling features, such as…

  • Instant 10% discount on furnace and air conditioner parts, repair services, and qualifying air quality products and services!
  • A Lifetime Thermostat Warranty
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Priority Service


Precision Tune-Ups provide essential maintenance to keep your HVAC system working efficiently and decrease monthly energy costs. Ultimate Comfort tune-ups are miles above many so-called "tune-ups" that are really just cursory inspections. Nothing compares to our twice-yearly full 22-point Heating and 17-point Air Conditioning Precision Tune-Ups. 

Our furnace tune-up includes the following:

  • Check thermostat calibration
  • Test furnace starting capabilities
  • Examine the heat exchanger for damage and corrosion
  • Monitor flue draft
  • And so much more!


Our air conditioner tune-up includes:

·       Check thermostat calibration

·       Monitor refrigerant pressure

·       Test AC starting capabilities

·       And so much more!

Get a Free Comfort Analysis

Don't wait until something goes wrong with your HVAC system. Instead, call Ultimate Comfort Heating & Cooling today at 610-750-8314 or connect with us online to discover if a service plan is right for you, or to schedule a FREE Comfort Analysis. 

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