Some Spring and Summer Home Maintenance Preparation to Do Before it Starts to Heat Up
As the Summer month approach, maintenance to your Air Conditioner becomes an important consideration. This is because HVAC technicians will usually get overbooked on the first days that the temperatures outside start to soar. Beat the hot weather by tending to these Spring/Summer home maintenance tasks right now.
1.) Check for Visibly Dirty Vents
Clogged vents can cause the efficiency of your system to go down
2.) Ensure the Drainage Hole is Clear
This allows your air conditioner to work effectively. Most systems have an emergency drain line as well as the primary one. Know how to recognize when excess water is flowing from this outlet – it might be time to call your technician for a basic maintenance tune-up.
3.) Remove Any Obstructions Near Your Outdoor System
Clearing the area around your unit ensures no vegetation or debris will be blocking the flow of air into the unit.
4.) Consider Installing a Smart Thermostat
These save on energy and automatically adjust your house’s temperature, helping reduce heating and cooling bills. This can also help to extend the life of your system as you are optimizing the temperatures throughout the day which lowers the wear and tear on your unit.
6.) Schedule Maintenance
Schedule an HVAC technician to take a look at your Air Conditioning system before the heat wave arrives. In many cases, they’ll be able to improve its performance so you can reduce you cooling costs during the Summer. And nothing beats being comfortable and cozy when the temperatures go up.
For more expert Spring/Summer home maintenance tips or any other home comfort advice, please contact the friendly professionals at Air-Pro Mechanical. We’ve been serving the HVAC needs of Richmond, Petersburg, and surrounding areas since 1978.
