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A tune-up checks the equipment; a Performance Review diagnoses your entire comfort system — including ductwork leaks, airflow imbalances, and insulation gaps that a standard tune-up never touches.
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But a tune-up doesn't tell you why one room is always too hot. It doesn't explain why your energy bills jumped 20% last summer. And it definitely doesn't reveal whether your ductwork is leaking 30% of your conditioned air into the attic.
That's where an HVAC Performance Review comes in.
An HVAC Performance Review is a comprehensive technical assessment of your entire comfort system — not just the equipment, but everything that affects how well it works.
Here's what our technicians evaluate:
This is where most problems hide. The average Gulf Coast home loses 20–30% of its conditioned air through duct leaks before it ever reaches the vents.
We find duct problems in roughly 7 out of 10 homes we inspect across League City, Friendswood, and Galveston. In newer construction — particularly homes built during the recent boom in League City's Victory Lakes and South Shore — builder-grade ductwork is often undersized for the actual cooling load.
In a mild climate, an undersized duct or a small refrigerant leak might go unnoticed for years. On the Gulf Coast, where your system runs 8–10 months a year and fights both heat and humidity, every inefficiency gets amplified.
A duct leak that costs you $15/month in Phoenix costs you $40/month in Galveston because the system runs twice as many hours. Low refrigerant that causes minor discomfort in October causes frozen coils and emergency repair calls in July.
Gulf Coast humidity makes this even worse. A system with restricted airflow can't dehumidify properly, which is why some homes feel clammy even with the AC running. The Performance Review identifies whether the problem is equipment, ductwork, or building envelope — because the fix is different for each.
Pro Tip: If you're getting a Performance Review and your home is more than 10 years old, ask the technician to pay special attention to the duct connections. Galveston's humidity causes the mastic sealant on duct joints to degrade faster than in dry climates, and loose connections are the most common source of hidden duct leaks.
After the review, we provide a detailed report with:
There's no obligation to move forward with any repairs or upgrades. The report is yours to keep, and many homeowners use it to plan and budget improvements over time.
| | Tune-Up | Performance Review | |---|---|---| | Time | 30–45 minutes | 2–3 hours | | Scope | Equipment only | Equipment + ductwork + insulation + airflow | | Diagnostics | Basic checks | Pressure testing, thermal imaging, room-by-room analysis | | Report | Checklist | Detailed findings with photos and recommendations | | Identifies | Immediate repair needs | Root causes of comfort and efficiency problems | | Best for | Routine maintenance | Diagnosing problems, pre-purchase evaluation, system replacement planning |
A tune-up is something you should do twice a year as part of your maintenance plan. A Performance Review is something you do when you need answers — or before making a major investment in new equipment.
Typically 2–3 hours for a standard single-family home. Larger homes or those with multiple HVAC systems may take longer. We schedule a dedicated time block so the technician isn't rushed.
No. The review is diagnostic — we tell you what we find and provide options. Many homeowners discover that relatively inexpensive fixes (sealing ducts, adding insulation, adjusting refrigerant charge) solve their comfort problems without replacing anything.
A standard home inspector checks that the HVAC system turns on and produces cool/warm air. They don't pressure-test ductwork, measure airflow, or use thermal imaging. A Performance Review provides the technical depth that a general home inspection can't.
Yes. A Performance Review is a comprehensive diagnostic — think of it like an annual physical. Tune-ups are routine maintenance — like brushing your teeth. You need both, and they serve different purposes.
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