4 Hints to Prepare for Air Conditioning Season

Summer may feel like it’s in the far future away. But before you realize, you’ll be transitioning from heating to cooling. Soon enough your air conditioner is running around the clock to maintain comfy temperatures. It’s smart to be ready for the additional usage before temperatures really start to climb.

Service Experts Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing and our team of Experts can provide support. We’ve made our detailed air conditioning memberships to increase your system’s energy efficiency and reliability. Our professional knowledge goes a long way, but there are many other things you can do to protect your air conditioner. Here are four of the best ways you can get ready for air conditioning season.

1. Clean Your Air Conditioner

Don’t worry, you won’t have to disassemble your system and clean every piece. Our Experts handle this during your routine air conditioning maintenance appointment.

But cleaning the surroundings around your air conditioner will go a long way too. We advise:

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

If your air conditioner’s fins get blocked by dirt or yard refuse, this can decrease performance and comfort. Your air conditioner will have to run longer to provide the same level of comfort. In extreme cases, it could stop cooling altogether and need air conditioning repair.

Your comfort and satisfaction are important to us, so we like to minimize the likelihood of repairs in the first place. A well-maintained air conditioner typically runs more efficiently, is less likely to break down and usually lasts longer.

2. Change Your Air Filter

Routinely replacing your air filter is important for your air conditioner’s well-being. During a maintenance visit, our techs examine filters and replace them if necessary. Replacing the filter is speedy and simple. You can (and should) do it on your own when possible!

How regularly 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 problems.
    • If you have pets.

Basic flat filters normally last for 30–60 days. More dense pleated filters can last up to 90 days. If you don’t know if your filter needs to be replaced, pull it out, and angle it toward the light. Get a new one if you can’t see light through it.

Filters trap dust, pollen and other contaminants from your home’s air, keeping airflow fresh. Forgetting about it will affect your home’s indoor air quality and your air conditioner’s efficiency.

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

If someone in your home is dealing with allergies, asthma or other respiratory conditions, check with our Experts about how a HEPA filter can lessen symptoms.

3. Inspect Your Thermostat and Smoke Detectors

Now is a good time to examine other critical components of your air conditioner and other safety systems.

If you have a programmable thermostat, ensure that it’s running right. If the batteries are getting low, change them.

For added control and convenience, think over installing a smart thermostat. They make using less energy less complicated. And a few models can even alert you if there’s a situation with your air conditioner or if your air filter needs to be changed.

Although 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 still work delivers peace of mind and an additional layer of safety.

4. Keep Heat Outdoors

One of the smartest ways to enhance energy-efficient cooling is to reduce the concentration of exterior heat coming into your residence. Using quality window treatments such as blackout curtains, honeycomb shades or plantation shutters, can keep the sun from affecting indoor temperatures.

Here are a few other approaches to keep your home cool without turning down the thermostat:

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

Trust Service Experts Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing for Skilled Air Conditioning Maintenance

Our list will help your air conditioner operate better this summer. But the smartest way you can increase efficiency is with air conditioning maintenance. Some benefits of this service involve:

    • Headache-free cooling.
    • Possibly cheaper cooling bills.
    • Potentially extending your air conditioner’s life expectancy.
    • Keeping your valuable manufacturer’s warranty ongoing.

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

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