4 Hints to Get Ready for Air Conditioning Season

Summer may feel like it’s a long time off away. But before you blink, you’ll be transitioning from heating to cooling. Soon enough your air conditioner is running around the clock to maintain comfortable temperatures. It’s wise to prep for the increased usage before temperatures really start to climb.

Service Experts Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing and our team of Experts can provide support. We’ve created our comprehensive air conditioning memberships to increase your system’s energy efficiency and dependability. Our professional experience goes a long way, but there are lots of other steps you can take to protect your air conditioner. Here are four of the top ways you can get ready for air conditioning season.

1. Clean Your Air Conditioner

Don’t be concerned, you won’t have to disassemble your system and clean every component. Our Experts handle this during your annual air conditioning maintenance appointment.

But cleaning the space around your air conditioner will go a long way as well. We recommend:

    • Clearing twigs, leaves and grass clippings from the outside of your air conditioner.
    • Keeping neighboring grass and plants clipped back.
    • Maintaining at minimum 1 foot of clear area on all sides around your air conditioner.

If your air conditioner’s fins get blocked by dirt or yard refuse, this can affect performance and comfort. Your air conditioner will have to work harder to deliver the same level of cooling. In extreme cases, it may stop running altogether and need air conditioning repair.

Your comfort and satisfaction matter to us, so we want to minimize the possibility of repairs in the first place. A well-maintained air conditioner usually cools more efficiently, is less likely to break down and often lasts longer.

2. Change Your Air Filter

Regularly replacing your air filter is critical for your air conditioner’s health. During a service visit, our techs examine filters and install new ones if necessary. Replacing the filter is speedy and simple. You can (and should) do it on your own when possible!

How frequently you need to install a new filter depends on:

    • The kind of filter you use.
    • If someone in your home has asthma, allergies or other respiratory issues.
    • If you have pets.

Basic flat filters usually last for 30–60 days. More dense pleated filters can last up to 90 days. If you’re not sure if your filter needs to be replaced, pull it out, and angle it toward the light. Replace it if you can’t see light through it.

Filters catch dust, pollen and other contaminants from your residence’s air, keeping airflow clean. Disregarding it will impact your home’s indoor air quality and your air conditioner’s efficiency.

Sometimes a clogged filter may even damage your system or cause it to stop working. Frequently replacing it will keep the inside of your air conditioner cleaner and airflow more level.

If someone in your family is dealing with allergies, asthma or other respiratory problems, ask our Experts about how a HEPA filter can relieve symptoms.

3. Test Your Thermostat and Smoke Detectors

Now is a good time to check other crucial pieces of your air conditioner and other safety systems.

If you have a programmable thermostat, check that it’s working right. If the batteries are running out, get new ones.

For extra control and convenience, think over installing a smart thermostat. They make saving energy less complicated. And select models can even notify you if there’s a problem with your air conditioner or if your air filter needs replacing.

Even though they’re not part of your air conditioning system, now is a great time to test the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Confirming they’re still good delivers peace of mind and an extra layer of security.

4. Keep Heat Where it Belongs

One of the wisest ways to enhance energy-efficient cooling is to decrease the level of exterior heat seeping into your house. Using good window treatments such as blackout curtains, honeycomb shades or plantation shutters, can keep the sun from impacting interior temperatures.

Here are a couple other methods to keep your residence cold without turning down the thermostat:

    • Turn on ceiling fans when you’re in the room.
    • Use your bathroom fan to remove heat and humidity when you shower.
    • Keep air vents clean to ensure proper airflow.
    • Add caulk and weatherstripping to seal your doors and windows.

Depend on Service Experts Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing for Skilled Air Conditioning Maintenance

Our checklist will help your air conditioner run smoother this summer. But the best way you can improve efficiency is with air conditioning maintenance. Some perks of this service entail:

    • Headache-free cooling.
    • Likely reduced cooling expenses.
    • Possibly increasing your air conditioner’s life span.
    • Keeping your valuable manufacturer’s warranty intact.

Make sure your air conditioning is prepped for this summer! Call the heating and cooling Experts at Service Experts Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing now! Contact us at 866-397-3787 to book your maintenance appointment or to learn more about our HVAC membership plans.

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