It’s probably safe to assume and say you want to keep your home cool and comfy all summer. Who wants to be stuck without cool air in the middle of summer? No one! Did you know that preventative maintenance on your AC helps keep your HVAC system in great shape? When you stay up to date with your AC maintenance it sets it up to succeed, making it durable and giving you a safe, comfortable home throughout the summer season and for years to come. As such, our tip from your folks at Monroe Heating & Air is to stay on top of your AC maintenance!
Why Should You Care About Preventative Maintenance?
Staying on top of your AC upkeep saves you time and money. Here are a few more reasons why:
- Environmental Impact: Keeping your HVAC in tip-top shape means it uses less fuel or power, helping out the environment by reducing your carbon footprint, which is a great advantage in our opinion.
- Financial Savings: Regular maintenance keeps those unexpected, costly repairs at bay, saving you money and tons of unnecessary stress in the long run.
- Enhanced Performance: A regularly serviced AC runs more efficiently, giving you better cooling with less energy. That’s a win for your monthly energy bills!
- Increased Lifespan: Routine checks will make sure everything is running as it should be, and it return can keep your AC running longer.
- Safety First: Regular checkups help to catch potential issues before they become major problems, ensuring your AC meets safety standards and keeps your home safe during the hot months.
- Validated Warranty: Most manufacturers require yearly maintenance for warranty claims. Regular checkups keep your warranty valid.
- Boosted Air Quality: Well-maintained HVAC systems keep your indoor air healthy and boosted. By keeping up with your regular maintenance, you help to keep your home’s air quality top-notch.
What Maintenance Tips Should You Practice?
- Change A/C Air Filters Regularly: It’s a simple but effective way to keep your A/C running smoothly. We recommend checking the filters monthly and replacing them every one to three months to prevent system failures.
- Clean the Condenser Coils: Dust and debris can mess with your A/C’s performance. Give the condenser coils a yearly cleaning (or as needed) with a gentle setting on your garden hose.
- Check and Clean the Drain Line: AC drain lines can get clogged with mold and algae. To prevent this, flushing it regularly with a mix of water and bleach will help prevent blockages and potential water damage.
- Look at Your Thermostat: On top of that, you should make it a habit to check your thermostat to ensure it’s running correctly. After all, it’s the control center of your HVAC system!
- Check for Leaks and Insulate Ductwork: Regularly inspecting your ductwork for air leaks or damage can save you a lot of trouble. Seal any leaks and insulate the ductwork to prevent energy wastage and enhance your AC’s performance.
- Maintain Space Around Your Unit: Keep at least two to three feet of clearance around your outdoor A/C unit. This ensures nothing obstructs the airflow and keeps your system running efficiently.
Sure, you can handle a lot of HVAC maintenance tasks yourself, but some things are better left to the pros. That’s where we, Monroe Heating & Air, come in. Why not schedule regular or annual maintenance visits with our skilled HVAC technicians? We’ll give your system the thorough check-up and service it needs.
Proactive maintenance isn’t just about staying comfy—it’s also a smart move for the lifespan of your HVAC system! Call Monroe Heating & Air today at (513) 540-4890, or schedule an appointment online now by clicking here!
