With rising temperatures in a changing season, your HVAC system works hard to keep your space at the optimal temperature for comfort. Keeping your HVAC A/C system running regularly can put wear and tear on your system which can lead to high energy bills. At Air-Mart AC & Heating we understand the importance of maintaining your HVAC system for the long-term, while also reducing energy costs. Here are some tips that may help during the summer months.
1. Schedule Regular Maintenance
During summer months it’s important to have all scheduled maintenance addressed as soon as possible. This is needed to ensure that your HVAC system is working at peak performance in high temperatures. Make sure you are having maintenance done by your local registered and qualified HVAC technician. If done by an untrained professional, problems with your system could arise that may cause damage short or long term.
2. Replace or Clean Air Filters
Check your air filters! Clogged and dirty air filters can limit your HVAC unit from working properly, and puts unnecessary wear and tear on your system. Air filters should be changed or cleaned at least once a month or less if you have children and pets. Clean filters can help your HVAC system work more efficiently and provide clean air to breathe.
3. Seal Leaks in Ductwork
Have your ventilation and inspected for any leaks. A leaking ventilation system can allow air to escape, not properly cooling spaces in your home. This also wastes energy and keeps your unit running longer than necessary. Sealing your system can save on energy costs and keep your space properly cooled.
4. Install a Programmable Thermostat
Programmable thermostats are becoming more popular in regulating the temperature in homes/spaces. Different times of day may require different temperatures. For instance, if you aren’t home for a majority of the day, maybe you’re at work. During this time you may not need as much cool air as when you’re home. A programmable thermostat can be programmed to maintain the right temperature based on your needs at that time.
5. Keep Vents Clear and Open
Make sure that all your vents are open and unblocked to regulate air flow properly. Vents blocked with furniture, debris, toys, curtains, etc. can prevent your home from cooling efficiently. This is the easiest fix if you feel like one of your rooms isn’t cool, but other parts of your home are. If you know that all your vents are unblocked, open, and there is still some issue with cooling in your home or space it could be a sign of a more serious issue. If that is the case your registered technician can inspect what the problem is to get your HVAC system running properly.
Conclusion
These tips are essential in maintaining and optimizing energy efficiency for your HVAC system. Some of these might seem like simple fixes. But, they can go a long way to maintaining cooling in your home and the longevity of your HVAC system. In part 2 we’ll discuss more ways to maintain energy efficiency when using your HVAC system in the summertime.
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