Tips To Prepare Your HVAC System For Spring

Springtime is coming and your HVAC system requires some maintenance to work properly all year long.

To ensure that the HVAC system works properly all year, it should be inspected twice a year, in the spring and fall. Some HVAC maintenance tasks are best left to the experts, but there are others you can do yourself to save money and keep your system running smoothly.

 As the weather warms up, many people think of spring cleaning as an opportunity to get rid of the clutter accumulated over the winter and the dust bunnies that have been hiding under the couch all season. 

At this time of year, you should also think about other important spring cleaning tasks, like doing HVAC maintenance to ensure your heating and cooling systems are ready for the warmer days of summer.

One of the most important things you can do as a homeowner is to ensure your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system is in good working order and is maintained regularly so you can enjoy the lowest possible monthly energy costs. Many people think they'll only need to contact an HVAC technician if something goes wrong with their system. Truthfully, that is not the situation at all. 

HVAC tune-ups are what maintenance entails. You would only drive around getting your car tuned up, and your HVAC system should get the same treatment. If you don't have your HVAC system serviced in the spring, it could break down just when you need it the most. What could go wrong if you don't maintain your HVAC system regularly?

Failure to perform HVAC maintenance in the spring and fall puts you at risk for the following problems:

1. Wasting money on utility bills because the system isn’t clean and is forced to work harder
2. Systems may fail just when you need them most if they are not properly maintained
3. Clogged water lines can cause serious problems for your home.

Spring HVAC system checklist for indoor

1. Replace your air filters: You can find a detailed explanation of how to do this, which you should be doing regularly. If your air conditioner's filters are dirty, it will have to work harder to move air through the system, using more energy.

2. Dust off the vents in the ceiling or the floor: Think of all the dirt, hair, and other debris lurking there. Reinstall after a thorough cleaning with warm, soapy water and a damp rag.

3. Keep the ceiling fans clean and free of dust. Find out how to do it correctly and neatly.

4. If you want your oven to breathe, clean the duct above it and the hood above the stove.

5. Put in an air purifier if you can. Cleaner air for the entire house is what you get from an air purifier, free of allergens, bacteria, and mold. An air purifier is a good investment during the spring.

6. Remove dirt from windows. Mold, allergens, and dust can all thrive on filthy windows. Here are some suggestions.

7. Switch to a smart thermostat today. A smart thermostat can help you save money on heating and cooling costs, especially during peak seasons. Learn the benefits of making the change.

Spring HVAC System checklist for outdoor

1. Ensure your air conditioner has free space around it. Due to recent storms, pine needles, leaves, branches, dead grass, and weeds may have accumulated next to or on top of your air conditioner. Ensure your outdoor air conditioner gets enough air by checking it and cleaning it if necessary.

2. Investigate the drain line of the AC unit. Your air conditioner produces condensation as a byproduct of the cooling process, which is then drained through a hose-like pipe and into the outside air. Once the air conditioner has been turned on and allowed to run for a while, you should notice a slow trickle of water coming from the drain line. A lack of water could indicate a clogged line, though it shouldn't be much.

3. Get your AC servicing on the calendar. Your air conditioner's exterior only allows for so much evaluation. Professional HVAC technicians will inspect your air conditioner's vital electrical and mechanical components and check the refrigerant level.

Ideally, you should check your air conditioner and heater before the new season starts. By doing this routine maintenance, you can be sure that your heating and cooling systems will work well for the next season. 

Taking care of this important part of your home will save you money and keep your family warms no matter what the weather is like.

Get in touch with Best Owner Direct HVAC now to have any issues resolved before springtime.