Tips on getting your HVAC unit ready for summer.


When summer hits and the temperatures rise, then it's time to turn on your air conditioning. Having to suffer under sweltering temperatures because your air conditioning broke down is an experience no one will envy. Your HVAC unit also maintains an air quality that will safeguard your health. However, their heavy use during the hot season could put a significant strain on your financial resources if you aren't careful. Keeping your HVAC unit functional and energy-efficient is therefore paramount. If you have an air conditioning unit in your home, here are some tips to get the most out of it during summer.

Change the air filters.

This is the simplest way to enhance the general energy-efficiency of your system. The filters keep debris out of your system while it is in active use. Therefore, as summer approaches, change the filters of your HVAC before you begin using it in earnest. Accumulated dust will clog the filters and prevent the passage of air. Your system is consequently stressed in order to push air through the clogged filters. The overall functionality is reduced, and you have to resort to lowering the thermostat to achieve suitable temperatures. This increases your energy costs and could damage your unit. Remember to change the air filters at least once a month for the best effect.

Install a programmable thermostat.

Having to constantly change the temperature settings of your HVAC unit is tedious. Furthermore, it could lead to energy waste if the temperatures constantly fluctuate. A programmable thermostat is able to adapt to the ambient temperatures without your input. You simply have to set the temperature you find comfortable, and the system will accommodate your demands. You can also set times when no one is around the house to switch it off in order to save on energy.

Exercise preventive maintenance.

To keep your system at its best, schedule regular air conditioning service from trusted contractors. Issues such as leaking ducts can be undetected for long, and the only clue you'll have will be a hefty energy bill at the end of the month. Ensure you do this before the summer starts to prevent unwelcome surprises. Also remember to clean the area around your outside unit. Weeds, leaves, and other debris may get into your HVAC and damage it. The average unit lasts for 10 to 15 years. If your system has a similar number of years under its belt, then contact your HVAC repair service and see about replacing it with a new model. This will prevent a break-down at inopportune moments.

About Me

Staying Warm and Keeping Cool: An HVAC Blog

Whether you are trying to stay warm or keep cool, a lot of the same elements are involved. For example, you need a well-insulated home and a functioning HVAC system. This blog is going to contain numerous posts about both heating and cooling. I plan to write about troubleshooting your HVAC system as well as about supporting it with the right windows, fans or other elements. I may also write shopping tips and guides on when to call for professional help. Before you start reading, let me introduce myself. My name is Ken. I was born in Winnipeg, Canada, where weather fluctuations are a fact of life, and a sturdy HVAC system is essential. While I was spending a gap year in England, I met my wife, Ariella, an Australian, and we've been living in Oz ever since. This is my first blog, and I hope you like it.

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