4 Ways to Prepare for Air Conditioning Season

Summer might seem like it’s still a few months away. But before you blink, you’ll be switching from heating to cooling. Soon enough your air conditioner is running around the clock to maintain cozy temperatures. It’s smart to prepare for the more usage before temperatures get warmer.

Service Experts Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing and our team of Experts can provide support. We’ve designed our comprehensive air conditioning memberships to increase your system’s energy efficiency and dependability. Our professional expertise goes a long way, but there are lots of other things you can do 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 take apart your system and clean every component. 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 recommend:

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

If your air conditioner’s fins get blocked by dirt or yard refuse, this can impact performance and comfort. Your air conditioner will have to run more often to give the same level of comfort. In severe cases, it may stop working altogether and need air conditioning repair.

Your comfort and satisfaction matter to us, so we like to minimize the need for repairs in the first place. A clean air conditioner typically cools more efficiently, is less likely to malfunction and usually lasts longer.

2. Put in a New Air Filter

Routinely replacing your air filter is important for your air conditioner’s health. During a maintenance visit, our specialists inspect filters and install new ones if required. Installing a new filter is quick and easy. You can (and should) do it on your own when you can!

How often you need to get a new filter depends on:

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

Basic flat filters normally last for 30–60 days. Deeper pleated filters can last up to 90 days. If you’re unsure if your filter requires replacement, take it out, and hold it up to the light. Get a new one if you can’t see light through it.

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

Sometimes a dirty filter could even damage your system or cause it to malfunction. Often changing it will keep the inside of your air conditioner cleaner and airflow more balanced.

If someone in your family is dealing with allergies, asthma or other respiratory conditions, contact our Experts about how a HEPA filter can help.

3. Check Your Thermostat and Smoke Detectors

Now is a great time to examine other crucial parts of your air conditioner and other safety systems.

If you rely on a programmable thermostat, check that it’s running right. If the batteries are running out, change them.

For additional control and convenience, think about installing a smart thermostat. They make using less energy easier. And a few models can even notify you if there’s a problem with your air conditioner or if your air filter needs replacement.

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

4. Keep Heat Outside

One of the best ways to boost energy-efficient cooling is to reduce the amount of outside heat coming into your residence. Using premium window treatments including blackout curtains, honeycomb shades or plantation shutters, can stop the sun from affecting interior temperatures.

Here are several other ways to keep your residence cool without adjusting the thermostat:

    • Run ceiling fans when you’re in the room.
    • Run your bathroom fan to get rid of heat and humidity when you shower.
    • Keep air vents unobstructed to ensure ample airflow.
    • Add caulk and weatherstripping to seal your doors and windows.

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

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

    • Stress-free cooling.
    • Potentially lower cooling costs.
    • Likely lengthening your air conditioner’s life expectancy.
    • Keeping your valuable manufacturer’s warranty valid.

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

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