A Well-Maintained AC Is a Longer-Lasting AC
Routine maintenance does more than clean your system — it helps prevent breakdowns, improves efficiency, and keeps your home comfortable when temperatures peak. Dave’s makes yearly AC care in Reston simple, reliable, and stress-free.
Why Annual Maintenance Makes All the Difference
Air conditioners work hard through long stretches of heat and humidity. Over time, dust, wear, and airflow issues chip away at performance — often long before homeowners notice something is wrong. That’s where maintenance comes in. A yearly tune-up for Reston homes keeps your system cooling efficiently, prevents unnecessary strain, and helps you avoid the stress of mid-season breakdowns.
At Dave’s, our approach to maintenance is simple: give your system the care it needs before problems start.
What Our Technicians Do
An AC maintenance is more than a quick rinse of the coils or a basic temp check. We take a full-system approach to ensure everything is operating safely and efficiently.
During your service, we:
Evaluate System Performance: We measure temperature split, airflow, and system capacity to confirm your AC is cooling the way it should — not just turning on.
Test Refrigerant Levels: Proper refrigerant plays a major role in cooling performance. We check pressures, temperatures, and overall charge to ensure the system is balanced.
Inspect Electrical Components: Faulty wiring, failing capacitors, and worn contacts can cause sudden failures. We test and tighten everything to keep the system running reliably.
Clean Key Components: We clear the drain line, inspect the evaporator coil, and remove debris that affects efficiency or airflow.
Check Airflow Pathways: From filters to blower compartments to duct connections, we make sure airflow isn’t being restricted or diverted.
Verify Thermostat and Controls: We confirm your thermostat is communicating properly and cycling the system the way it should.
When we’re done, you’ll know exactly how your system is performing in this Reston, Virginia climate and what, if anything, needs attention — without pressure or upsells.
Maintenance Isn’t a Luxury — It’s Prevention
AC systems quietly lose efficiency over time. The decline is gradual, but the effects stack up: higher energy bills, longer run times, uneven cooling, and more frequent repairs. Maintenance helps catch these small shifts early, long before they turn into major problems.
Homeowners who stay on top of yearly tune-ups typically experience:
More predictable performance
Fewer breakdowns
Lower cooling costs
Greater system longevity
It’s a simple way to keep your home comfortable and your system protected.
Why Homeowners Choose Dave’s
Experience You Can Feel
We’ve served Northern Virginia homes for 50 years.
Fair, Upfront Pricing
No upsells, no hidden fees — just straight answers.
Local & Reliable
Based right here in Sterling, ready when you need us.
Respectful Service
We treat every home like it’s our own.
Not everyone is comfortable with HVAC terminology — and that’s okay. At Dave’s, every tune-up includes a quick explanation of what we inspected, what looked great, and what might need attention down the road. Our goal is to make the health of your AC easy to understand, without overwhelming you with jargon.
If something needs repair, we show you why. If everything looks good, we tell you that too.
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Keep Your HVAC System Running Smoothly
Dedicated to Your Comfort Since 1975
Air conditioning is essential, especially during the intense summer heat we experience in Northern Virginia. When your system isn’t working as it should, Dave’s Heating and Air Conditioning is here to help.
We specialize in a full range of residential and light commercial AC services, from quick repairs to complete system replacements.
Our team is well-versed in servicing and installing a variety of top brands, ensuring your system operates at peak efficiency.
With nearly five decades of experience, we take pride in delivering transparent service and lasting results to Reston, Herndon, Sterling, and across Northern Virginia. Trust us to keep your home or business cool and comfortable.
Call 571.346.3940 and let’s get your AC humming!
Hear It from Our Happy Customers
Nothing makes us prouder than hearing directly from the wonderful people we serve right here in Sterling, Herndon, Reston and Northern Virginia. Our reputation is built on knowledgeable technicians, courteous service, and the promise that we always leave your home as clean as we found it—if not cleaner!
Customers regularly praise our team for arriving on time, delivering expert system installations and repairs, and ensuring the whole process is seamless from start to finish. Whether it’s a complete HVAC replacement or routine maintenance, folks appreciate the extra care and attention to detail we bring. Many even say they’d recommend us to friends and neighbors without hesitation. Now that’s high praise!
EXCELLENT Based on 116 reviews Posted on Wade McKinnonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Miguel from Dave’s Heating and Cooling is very prompt and efficient. He did our Fall service and performed preventative maintenance. He is a very polite and capable technician.Posted on Max EvangelistiTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent customer service from my first phone contact to the site assessment through installation and clean-up, Dave's provided us with expertise and efficiency. The installation crew (Adam, Adam and Jesus) worked quietly and respectfully to minimize disruption. We are very pleased.Posted on Mark RiderTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very professional, helpful and friendly. If you need HVAC repair or maintenance, this is the place.!Posted on Arnold SmallTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This is a wonderful company to work with. Have used them for years & they offer exceptional service- reliable, instructive & generally very helpful.Posted on Lisa BurkeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our heat went out during the coldest part of winter, and Javier and his team responded immediately. Their professionalism and care made a stressful situation so much easier. We decided to replace both our heating and AC systems, and the quality of service, expertise, and overall experience we received was exceptional. We now have complete peace of mind knowing the job was done right, and we couldn’t recommend them more highly.Posted on BenKim SkehanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our HVAC went out, and they offered the most affordable replacement by far. They were extremely professional, fast, and efficient—had everything up and running in just a couple of days. Highly recommended!Posted on Craytherine CiszekTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Since 2018 we have counted on the care and expertise of Dave’s team to keep our aging furnaces repaired and running smoothly. Each technician who has come to help has been knowledgeable, respectful and caring. This summer we needed to finally replace one complete HVAC system. Mike O’Neal worked with us using his years of experience in the field to come up with a uniquely tailored plan for our situation. Adam Colbert and his team did a fantastic job with the complex installation. Adam is a caring, confident expert and our system is working perfectly thanks to the knowledge and skills of Mike and Adam. Dave’s is a company to trust for the best HVAC service. Thank you for years of service and heart. The CiszeksPosted on Bobby RTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. These guys are my new go to for HVAC. We had an issue late day Friday and they got Adam out here to fix it. Adam was fantastic. He figured out the problem in minutes and fixed it right away. Super personable and incredibly friendly. Thank you guys for getting this done so late in the day right before the weekend, and thank you so much Adam for coming out so late on a Friday. Best HVAC experience ever.Posted on Steven PageTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great, fast service! Installed a new hot water heater and heat pump for us this year. Great experience working with a local company!Posted on TianaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We've had a great experience with Dave's. The technician, Adam, is particularly fabulous. They are prompt, personable and give excellent service.