Spring Cleaning for Your HVAC System: 6 Tips for a Cool and Efficient Summer
Getting ahead of the heat by ensuring your HVAC system is ready to take on high temperatures is a great action plan, and it’s best to do so in the springtime. As a homeowner, you can follow a list of steps to perform preventive maintenance for your AC unit. Keeping your system well-maintained will improve efficiency and equip it to care for you all summer.
Going without cooling is uncomfortable and can harm your health and the integrity of your home and its appliances. Below are some ways to guarantee you’ll beat the heat with spring cleaning tips for your air conditioner.
How To Get Your AC Ready for the Summer
With steep temperatures during a Southeast Idaho summer, residents should tune-up their AC units in preparation. An AC tune-up will provide more reliable heating and increase your home’s energy efficiency, leading to cheaper monthly bills. Here are some ways to improve the performance of your AC unit:
Replace Air Filters
Dirty, clogged air filters prevent your AC unit from adequately pushing cool air through. Swapping out old filters for new, clean ones will increase airflow, leading to a more efficient cooling process.
Check Your Thermostat
A faulty thermostat can result in your AC unit failing to meet your cooling requirements. Ensure the temperature is correct. If need be, change out its batteries and recalibrate the system so that it won’t fail you when you need it the most.
Inspect Your Outdoor Unit
The condenser plays an essential role in how your AC unit operates. Turn the power off and clean any dirt, leaves, or other debris covering your unit. A good rule of thumb is to ensure no vegetation is within two feet of the unit.
Clear Out Vents
Vacuuming vents and registers to remove dirt and dust will allow for proper airflow. Also, ensure no rugs, curtains, or furniture obstruct your ventilation system.
Inspect Condensate Lines
The small dripping line on your unit is essential for removing excess moisture. If it’s clogged, you can vacuum the line, blow air through it, or pour white vinegar down it to remove any obstructions.
Clean Off the Evaporator Coil
The evaporator coil must be in good condition for your unit to operate efficiently. Clean this component with a mixture of dish soap and distilled water, a white vinegar rinse, or a specified evaporator coil cleaner.
Trust Advanced Home Services With Your AC Maintenance
Advanced Home Services is your one-stop shop for expert AC maintenance. Founded in 2001, we take pride in our exceptional customer service, and we complete each project intending to achieve 100% customer satisfaction.
Your comfort and safety are our top priority, and our HVAC technicians are practiced and experienced in the field. We utilize high-quality products from leading manufacturers, so you can always be confident knowing you’re receiving the best solutions.
Get started on your spring checklist today by scheduling expert AC maintenance with the team at Advanced Home Services!
