HVAC System Maintenance

Getting ready for summer means more than changing out your wardrobe. It also means taking steps to ensure your home and air conditioner are ready for those rising temperatures. Here at Anderson we can help to tune-up your AC system to make sure it is running smoothly and efficiently.

Our technicians will assist you in a few steps of making this process easy but you can do some of the summer preparation steps yourself. Here are a few simple steps you can take to make sure your HVAC system is ready for summer.

HVAC System Maintenance

First is to make sure you have your annual maintenance on your system. By having HVAC system maintenance performed by a professional technician like those at our office, you can rest easy knowing you’re ready to face whatever the temperatures might get to. They will inspect the unit, clean the unit and inform you of any repairs that are needed. You can catch small repairs before they become big repair costs.

Change Air Filters

One of the first lines of defence in your indoor air quality is the air filters in your system. Changing these out regularly is important to your breathing and helping your HVAC system run efficiently. Clogged or blocked filters make it hard for the system to get the proper amount of air it needs to run. It also means that that debris can make it back into the air you’re breathing in your home. These filters can block out dust, dirt, dander, pollen and allergens that would irritate those who are sensitive in your home. Make sure you clean these or change them every 30-60 days.

Programmable Thermostat

If you do not already have a programmable thermostat in your home you may want to consider installing one this summer. These thermostats can make it much easier to keep your home regulated and cool while saving you money on your electric bill each month. These thermostats can be programmed for when you’re away from home or to come on at certain times each day. It’s a simple addition to your HVAC system that can have many benefits.

Outdoor Unit

You should add cleaning up around the outdoor unit of your HVAC system to your regular outside chores. Simply go around the unit and make sure there is no dirt or debris blocking the air flow. This is a step that should be performed regularly to make sure things such as leaves, sticks or grass clippings are not piling up around the unit. Also try to aim the lawnmower away from the unit when you are cutting around it.

These are just a few steps you should take to help prepare your HVAC for the summer months. By having our technicians at Anderson come out to inspect your unit you can rest assured it’s going to help you stay comfortable on those blazing summer days to come. You can easily make sure that your family is comfortable and that your wallet likes the savings as well. Make sure your system is ready to face summer by taking these simple steps to prepare.

Don’t forget to change your air filters regularly such as every 30-90 days depending on the type of filter you buy. You can help your family breathe easier and your HVAC system to do it’s job of keeping the pollutants out of your air system. Call Anderson today to schedule your regular HVAC system maintenance that will prolong the life of your unit and give you more peace of mind for the upcoming months.