# HVAC maintenance schedule planner

Enter the last service and filter dates to plan reminders. ENERGY STAR recommends a yearly tune-up, spring cooling checks and fall heating checks. Follow the equipment manual when it gives different instructions.

Use the tool on the [web page](https://hvacpros.fyi/tools/hvac-maintenance-planner). It works without JavaScript.

## How to use it

1. Enter last professional service date.
2. Enter last filter check date.
3. Enter last filter change date.
4. Read the result.

## How it works

ENERGY STAR, Heat & Cool Efficiently, fetched 2026-11-10: https://www.energystar.gov/saveathome/heating-cooling . It recommends a yearly tune-up, checking filters every month and changing them at least every three months. The planner adds 12, 1 and 3 calendar months to your dates.

ENERGY STAR, Maintenance Checklist, fetched 2026-11-10: https://www.energystar.gov/saveathome/heating-cooling/maintenance-checklist . It recommends cooling checks in spring and heating checks in fall. Choose the seasonal appointment with your contractor; the calculator does not infer your climate or hemisphere.

Dates are reminders from the dates you enter, not proof that service is complete or that equipment is safe. A shorter month uses its final day. Past reminders mean you should review the record and book as appropriate.

> General reminders only. This tool does not inspect equipment or decide whether it is safe. Use the equipment manual and professional advice.

## Questions

### Does this replace the equipment manual?

No. Follow the manufacturer instructions and ask the contractor to adapt the schedule to the equipment and operating hours.

### What if a reminder date is already past?

Check the service record. If the work has not been done, contact the contractor. Report new faults without waiting for a reminder.