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HVAC Maintenance Checklist Ontario 2026 — Annual & Seasonal Guide for Toronto & GTA Homeowners
Ontario’s climate demands year-round HVAC attention. This checklist covers what homeowners can do themselves and what requires a TSSA-certified technician.
Fall HVAC Maintenance Checklist (September–October)
DIY Tasks:
- ✅ Replace furnace filter (1″ filters every 30–60 days; 4″ media filters every 6–12 months)
- ✅ Test thermostat — switch to Heat mode, confirm furnace fires
- ✅ Check all supply and return vents are open and unobstructed
- ✅ Test carbon monoxide detectors (replace batteries)
- ✅ Clear 2-foot radius around outdoor heat pump/AC unit
Professional Service Required:
- 🔧 Annual furnace tune-up: clean burners, test heat exchanger for cracks, calibrate gas pressure, inspect flue
- 🔧 Combustion analysis to verify fuel efficiency
- 🔧 Check refrigerant levels (heat pump systems)
Spring HVAC Maintenance Checklist (April–May)
DIY Tasks:
- ✅ Replace filter before cooling season
- ✅ Remove AC cover (if applied in winter)
- ✅ Gently rinse outdoor AC/heat pump coils with garden hose (low pressure)
- ✅ Test AC: set to Cool, confirm cold air within 15 minutes
Professional Service Required:
- 🔧 Annual AC tune-up: check refrigerant, clean evaporator coil, test capacitors, verify electrical connections
- 🔧 Duct inspection if you notice hot/cold spots
HVAC Maintenance Pricing in Scarborough & GTA
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Annual Furnace Tune-Up | $149–$199 |
| Annual AC Tune-Up | $149–$199 |
| Furnace + AC Combo Tune-Up | $279–$349 |
| Duct Cleaning | $450–$650 |
How often should HVAC be serviced in Ontario?
In Ontario, furnaces should be serviced annually (every fall) and air conditioners serviced annually (every spring). Filters should be changed every 30–60 days (1-inch filters) or every 6–12 months (4-inch media filters). Call Madina Mechanical at (416) 424-4328 to schedule your annual HVAC maintenance.
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