Lyndhurst Plumbing, Heating & Cooling

Returned to complete the install warranty visit after the initial trip lacked sufficient B-vent. Installed an additional 2-foot section of B-vent with two B-vent elbows to complete the flue connection, and secured the joints. Verified the furnace heating operation was functioning as intended, and diagnosed a no-voltage condition at the outdoor air conditioning unit, confirming the absence of power supply to the condenser.

Replaced the toilet shut-off valve and rebuilt the toilet tank by installing new internal components to restore proper fill and flush operation, addressing a worn flapper and heavy mineral and rust buildup at the waterline and tank bolt locations. Also replaced the shut-off valve serving the outdoor spigot to restore reliable isolation of the exterior water supply.

Performed a membership plumbing inspection and confirmed the property has a conventional tank-style water heater, not a tankless unit. Inspected a corroded brass floor drain fitting, noting heavy mineral buildup, rusted fasteners, and black residue in the drain opening. Checked the toilet tank assembly, including the fill valve, flapper, and overflow tube, and found the components properly installed with no active leaks observed.

Installed a complete Amana split system consisting of an AR9T two-stage 80% AFUE gas furnace and a 13.4 SEER2 single-stage air conditioner, including a new dedicated electrical circuit and return air modification. Set and leveled the condensing unit, brazed the refrigerant line set connections at the evaporator coil with a heat shield in place to protect adjacent components, and verified proper installation of the evaporator coil and associated wiring.

Performed seasonal tune-up on two HVAC systems as part of a maintenance club enrollment, including inspection of the Amana upright air handler/furnace, condensate drain line, refrigerant line insulation, gas piping, and electrical connections. Removed and inspected the dusty air filters and found no frost, rust, or visible damage on the unit. Enrolled the customer in the maintenance club program.

Completed an installation site survey for a 60K BTU, 80% AFUE furnace with a 2.5-ton AC system. Measured the plenum and supply/return transitions, sized the B-vent and flue venting components (5" B-vent, 5x4x3 flue Y, 3"/4" flue pipe and elbows), and verified minimum clearances. Marked the location for a new 6x14 floor return grille to line up with the basement panning.

Performed an on-site evaluation for a system replacement, documenting the existing Honeywell dial-style wall thermostat, which shows significant wear, tarnishing, and surface degradation, along with the lower-level installation area and access path. Assessed the layout and clearances to determine replacement scope and installation requirements.

Performed a furnace tune-up, inspecting the gas piping, unions, and electrical connections and taking temperature readings with a digital probe thermometer to verify system operation. Measured ambient temperature at 75.0°F and heat exchanger/supply temperature at 116.8°F, and noted moisture and frost-like condensation on the unit's metal surfaces along with residue buildup inside the housing for follow-up monitoring.

Performed seasonal HVAC tune-up and system inspection. Removed the heavily loaded 20x25x2 pleated air filter and replaced it with a new one to restore proper airflow and protect the blower and coil. Inspected the accessible ductwork, hydronic piping, and expansion tank in the mechanical area, noting surface oxidation on some of the older piping for future monitoring.

Performed scheduled heating maintenance on the furnace, including inspection of the integrated control board and wiring harness, which showed no signs of burn marks, corrosion, or component damage aside from light dust accumulation. Verified electrical operation with a digital clamp meter, confirming normal AC readings within the expected range, and the system was left operating properly.

Performed prepaid heating maintenance visit, inspecting the control board and verifying electrical operation with a true RMS clamp meter, measuring 1.92 A AC current draw. Control board display was observed showing an "EdL" status code, and wiring connections at the thermostat terminal strip (W, R, G, B, C, Y, Y2) were checked. Delivered the water panel as requested and renewed the maintenance club membership for the upcoming year.

Returned to complete indoor evaporator coil cleaning and hot surface igniter replacement. Accessed furnace unit, removed panels, and thoroughly cleaned the indoor coil to restore proper airflow and heat transfer efficiency. Replaced failed hot surface igniter with new unit and verified proper operation of burner assembly and ignition sequence upon startup.

Completed return service and maintenance on a standard 50-gallon electric water heater. Installed maintenance kit components including new anode rod (model ZAFL22/A3-1) with chrome-plated finish. Performed standard preventative maintenance procedures, verified all connections, and ensured proper system operation upon completion.

Returned to property to address lineset issue under warranty coverage. Upon arrival, performed diagnostic testing of the refrigerant system using digital manifold gauges. Pressure readings indicated abnormal system performance requiring lineset repair. Inspected copper refrigerant lines and connections for leaks, damage, or improper installation. Completed necessary repairs to the lineset to restore proper system operation and refrigerant flow. Verified system pressures returned to manufacturer specifications following repair work. Unit tested and confirmed operational.

Completed heating maintenance member visit on air handler system. Performed electrical diagnostics using clamp meter, verifying amperage draw at 222A with proper voltage readings. Inspected and evaluated blower wheel assembly, confirming proper operation and blade condition with minimal dust accumulation on squirrel cage fan component.

Completed return service for furnace cleaning and diagnostic investigation. Upon arrival, accessed the furnace control compartment and performed thorough inspection of the circuit board and electrical connections. Utilized Fieldpiece diagnostic meter to test control board functionality and verify proper voltage readings across all terminals. Identified and addressed wiring connections, ensuring all wire nuts were secure and connections were properly terminated. Cleaned furnace components and verified proper operation of the control board, including LED indicator functionality. Inspected the Goodman unit installation in the mechanical closet, checking ductwork connections, electrical panel access, and overall system integration. Confirmed all safety controls were functioning correctly and system was operating within manufacturer specifications.

Responded to service call for furnace short cycling issue identified during home inspection. Performed comprehensive diagnostic inspection of heating system using borescope camera to examine internal ductwork and heat exchanger components. Conducted visual inspection of gas meter, supply lines, and associated piping infrastructure. Found deteriorated pipe insulation with visible wear and tears requiring attention. Documented equipment conditions and system operation parameters for pre-sale disclosure purposes.

Responded to service call regarding abnormally high water bill and suspected leak. Performed comprehensive inspection of plumbing system including basement manifold distribution system with multiple zone control valves and main water supply lines. Documented existing plumbing configuration featuring copper piping, red-handled shut-off valves, and multi-zone manifold system controlling various fixtures throughout the property. Visual inspection completed of all accessible water lines, connections, and valve assemblies to identify potential leak sources contributing to elevated water consumption.

Responded to a recurring kitchen sink drainage issue that developed approximately 2-3 weeks following previous service visit in July. Upon arrival, inspected under-sink plumbing configuration including drain assembly, P-trap, and associated PVC drainage piping. Observed evidence of previous water collection in cabinet space. Conducted visual inspection of basement plumbing infrastructure, examining vertical drainage stack, venting system including previously installed Air Admittance Valve (AAV), and horizontal drain lines. Documented plumbing configuration with photographs showing drain connections, waste lines, and venting components. Customer expressed concerns regarding drainage performance since AAV installation and questioned code compliance of current configuration. Completed diagnostic assessment of drainage system and prepared findings for technical review prior to presenting repair options.

Responded to callback for mini split system installed approximately one year ago displaying OU error code with complete system failure. Upon arrival, verified error code on remote control and inspected outdoor unit connections. Identified frost accumulation on refrigerant lines and suction line service port, indicating possible refrigerant flow restriction or low charge condition. Photographed remote displaying error code and inspected line set connections at outdoor unit. System evaluated for potential refrigerant leak, restriction in refrigerant circuit, or electronic control malfunction causing the OU fault code.