Keep Your Cool: The Importance of Pre-Summer HVAC Maintenance
Every summer, the temperature rises, and the AC fires up for another season of hard work. Your AC is at the center of home comfort and enjoyable summer days, as it keeps your house cool during the hottest afternoons and even through the warm, humid nights. It is also essential for your family’s health, ensuring safe temperatures during long hot days and peak heat waves. Of course, your cooling system has also been dormant for the cold season, and it might not yet be in top condition for its summer debut. If you want to ensure efficient and reliable AC performance all summer long, the best answer is pre-summer HVAC maintenance.
Now is the perfect time to schedule your pre-summer HVAC maintenance visit, and our team will get your AC ready to provide another full summer of delightfully cool air!
Why Pre-Summer HVAC Maintenance Matter
Having your HVAC serviced every season helps ensure that your cooling or heating functions properly. Pre-summer HVAC maintenance will pack away your heating system for a dormant season while preparing your AC to give you its best performance this summer.
More Efficient Cooling
During the winter dormancy, dust and other contaminants can drift into your AC units which can reduce its cooling efficiency. A little preventative maintenance in the spring can ensure that your AC is clean, clear, and ready to provide optimal cooling efficiency. This ensures proper airflow and balanced air pressure, helping your house stay evenly cool.
Cost Savings on the Power Bill
A more efficient HVAC is also more affordable to run. You can minimize the increase in summer power bills by ensuring that your AC is ready to perform using the least amount of electricity and mechanical effort while providing the cooling you need.
Preventing Breaks and Repairs
Pre-summer HVAC maintenance can also save you the trouble and expense of repairs in the middle of the season. You can avoid a hot day of waiting for a repair to be completed and also avoid the cost of replacement parts and emergency HVAC services. Your HVAC technician can fix small problems during maintenance before they become major issues in the summer.
Extended HVAC Lifespan
A well-maintained HVAC system will also last longer. You will enjoy more years of efficient cooling before replacing your system if you maintain regular tune-ups and cleanings each year.
Improved Indoor Air Quality
Lastly, a clean and maintained AC will provide higher air quality throughout the summer. Removing hidden dust and debris before the summer begins will help your HVAC push only clean, filtered air. Your air filters will also work more efficiently to maintain air quality all summer.
Steps for Pre-Summer HVAC Maintenance
Preparing your HVAC for a summer of efficient cooling and admirable performance requires a few essential steps. This includes:
1. Change Air Filters
Changing your air filters will ensure that air passes smoothly through your system. It also keeps unwanted particles from entering the AC or passing through to your ducts and vents.
2. Clean Condenser Coils
Wiping down the condenser coils will remove any dust that has made its way into the AC, improving air quality and cooling efficiency at the same time.
3. Inspect and Clean the Ductwork
Cleaning the ducts ensures that old dust and allergens are not blown back into the house when your HVAC starts the blower fans. A duct inspection can also lead to repairs where air might be leaking, improving efficiency.
4. Check the Refrigerant Levels
Refrigerant levels determine the cooling power of your HVAC and sometimes need to be topped up.
5. Inspect the Electrical Components
Your HVAC technician will ensure that all electrical wires and components are in good condition and replace parts that have begun to wear out before they cause a problem.
6. Calibrate the Thermostat
Lastly, thermostat calibration helps ensure accurate temperature readings and perfectly balanced household cooling.
Enjoying a Summer of Efficient Cooling and Clean Air
When your HVAC technician has completed these steps in your pre-summer HVAC maintenance, you will notice a marked improvement in your AC’s cooling performance, efficiency, and possibly even lower power consumption.
We’re here to help you get your HVAC system ready for peak summer performance so you can enjoy warm days and a cool home this summer! Contact us today to schedule your pre-summer HVAC maintenance service.
