As a homeowner, it’s probably safe to assume you want to keep your home cool and comfortable. Who wants to be left without cool air in the middle of the summer? No one! Practicing preventative maintenance for your AC helps keep your HVAC system in tip-top shape, contributing to its durability and offering you a safe and comfortable home environment for years to come! Our pro tip from your folks at Loveland Heating & Air? Be proactive about your HVAC maintenance! You won’t regret it in the long run!
Why Care About Preventative Maintenance?
Regular maintenance not only helps avoid costly repairs but also enhances your indoor air environment and promotes energy efficiency. In short, keep up with your AC upkeep, and you end up saving time and money. Here are a few more reasons:
- Environmental Impact: A well-maintained HVAC uses less fuel or power, reducing your carbon footprint and helping the environment.
- Financial Savings: By proactively maintaining your system, you are helping to avoid and lessen the likelihood of those emergency repairs that can really leave a dent in your wallet.
- Enhanced Performance: When your AC is serviced regularly, it will work more efficiently, providing enhanced cooling with less energy, which is ultimately great for your monthly energy bills each month!
- Increased Lifespan: A well-maintained machine will last a lot longer. So, frequent checks can extend your system’s lifespan.
- Safety First: Regular A/C checkups can help spot potential problems before they turn into catastrophic HVAC problems. When you make it a point to stay on top of your annual checkups, you are ensuring your AC is still running up to par with current safety standards and that your home stays safe during the summer months.
- Validated Warranty: Remember, most manufacturers require proof of yearly maintenance for warranty claims. So, regular checkups keep your warranty intact.
- Boosted Air Quality: HVAC systems are designed to ensure a healthy indoor climate, but they need to be well-maintained to do so effectively. By doing so, the indoor air quality in your home will remain at high-quality balanced rate.
What Maintenance Tips Should You Follow?
- Change A/C Air Filters Regularly: Simple yet effective, replacing your A/C’s air filters ensures smoother airflow and prevents system failure. We recommend checking air filters monthly and replacing them every one to three months.
- Clean the Condenser Coils: Dust and debris on your A/C’s condenser coils can affect performance. Yearly cleaning with the gentle setting on your garden hose helps in reducing this buildup and keeping the airflow optimal.
- Check and Clean the Drain Line: AC drain lines can get clogged with mold and algae. Regularly flushing it with a mix of water and bleach will prevent blockages and potential water damage.
- Look at Your Thermostat: Check your thermostat routinely to make sure it’s running correctly. After all, it’s the control center of your HVAC system!
- Check for Leaks and Insulate Ductwork: You should also regularly inspect your ductwork for potential air leaks or damage. Should you find any, you can seal any air leaks and insulate your ductwork to prevent energy wastage and enhance your AC’s performance.
- Maintain Space Around Your Unit: Make sure to keep at least two to three feet of clearance around your outdoor A/C unit. This prevents any obstructions impeding airflow and hinders your system’s efficiency.
Although there are many HVAC maintenance tasks you can carry out yourself, some will still require professional help. That’s where we, Loveland Heating & Air, come in. Schedule regular or annual maintenance visits with our skilled HVAC technicians for the most comprehensive inspection and servicing of your system.
Proactive maintenance isn’t just an investment for your comfort. It’s also a valuable investment in your HVAC equipment! For all your HVAC needs, you can call Loveland Heating & Air today at (513) 216-5913, or schedule an appointment online now by clicking here!
