When summer comes, you might feel too hot to want to do extra work, especially if it involves fixing your air conditioner. So, before the hot weather comes, it's a good idea to know what summer HVAC maintenance tasks you need. Put these tasks on your calendar for April or May when you do your spring cleaning to ensure you are ahead of the game. Below, we list 5 of them.
Plan for a tune-up
A tune-up is a great way to fix the little things before they become big problems. When you get your HVAC system tuned up, you can be sure that you did everything you could to prepare it for the hard work it will have to do.
Clean the fans in your bathroom
Many homeowners forget to do this, but you should also clean your bathroom fans to help your HVAC system. After all, your bathroom fan probably works harder than any other part of your heating and cooling system. So, while cleaning and getting ready for everything else, you should also take care of your bathroom fans.
Turn off the power to the bathroom and remove the fans. Before you put the covers back on, wash them with soap and water and use a toothbrush to clean the blades. So simple, but it will save you so much trouble in the long run.
Consider an Upgrade
Getting a whole new HVAC system can be expensive, but it is a good idea if your current one is at least ten years old. It would be smart to do this before your old system breaks down and leaves you without air conditioning in the hot summer. Not only that, but a more efficient system will save you money on your utility bill, which makes the upgrade well worth it.
Our team can help you choose a new HVAC system that is right for your home. We will also help you choose a system you can afford and help you make a payment plan.
Clean the outside of your unit
As part of your spring cleaning, you should clean off your central air conditioning unit if it is outside. Your unit should have at least two feet of space to ensure that nothing will block the airflow. You should not only clean up any grass or trash that may have gathered during the winter, but you should also cut back the plants nearby.
Check the condenser fan again while you're at it. If there is anything in there that could stop it from working right, you need to take it out right away. One of the most common service calls is for a broken condenser, which can be a pricey call.
Alter the Particle Trap Filter
You must change the air filter regularly to keep your system running smoothly and for as long as possible. If you don't change the air filter in your HVAC system once every 30 to 90 days, you should start thinking about doing so now that fall is here. Since the air filter's job is to keep dust, allergies, and other particles out of the air you breathe at home, a dirty filter makes for polluted air.
Keeping the air purifier's filter clean could also help you save money. To accomplish this, follow these steps:
-Change the filter out. Using the correct filter is crucial, so be sure to consult your owner's manual before making a purchase.
-Shut down the machine. Before you try to replace the filter, be sure the machine has been turned off entirely. Disconnect the power at the main breaker panel if you can't figure out how to shut it off.
-Taking out the old filter. Typically, filters can be slid out from the right side of the device. But you might also find filters inside your home's vents. If you suspect you have these kinds of ducts inside your home, it is important to contact a skilled HVAC technician to get them replaced.
At least once a year have a qualified technician check your home's heating and cooling systems at least once a year. Expert HVAC technicians know more about the inner workings of these systems than the average do-it-yourself homeowner.