4 Hints to Get Ready for Air Conditioning Season

Summer may feel like it’s in the far future away. But before you realize, you’ll be moving from heating to cooling. Soon enough your air conditioner is cooling around the clock to maintain comfy temperatures. It’s beneficial to prep for the additional usage before temperatures get warmer.

Service Experts Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing and our team of Experts can help. We’ve made our comprehensive air conditioning memberships to increase your system’s energy efficiency and reliability. 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 greatest ways you can prepare for air conditioning season.

1. Clean Your Air Conditioner

Don’t fret, you won’t have to dismantle your system and clean every piece. Our Experts take care of this during your routine air conditioning maintenance appointment.

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

    • Getting rid of twigs, leaves and grass clippings from the outside of your air conditioner.
    • Keeping nearby grass and plants cut back.
    • Maintaining at least 1 foot of clear room 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 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 are our priority, so we like to minimize the likelihood of repairs in the first place. A clean air conditioner typically operates more efficiently, is less likely to break down and usually lasts longer.

2. Put in a New Air Filter

Frequently replacing your air filter is crucial for your air conditioner’s health. During a service visit, our specialists inspect filters and install new ones if needed. Putting in a new filter is quick and straightforward. You can (and should) do it on your own when possible!

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

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

Basic flat filters usually last for 30–60 days. Thicker pleated filters can last up to 90 days. If you’re unsure if your filter needs to be replaced, remove it, and hold it up to the light. Replace it if you can’t see light through it.

Filters trap dust, pollen and other particles from your house’s air, keeping airflow healthy. Disregarding it will decrease your residence’s indoor air quality and your air conditioner’s efficiency.

In some instances a blocked filter might even damage your system or cause it to malfunction. Frequently putting in a new one will keep the inside of your air conditioner cleaner and airflow more balanced.

If someone in your family suffers from allergies, asthma or other respiratory issues, contact our Experts about how a HEPA filter can relieve symptoms.

3. Inspect Your Thermostat and Smoke Detectors

Now is the perfect time to examine other crucial pieces of your air conditioner and other safety systems.

If you have a programmable thermostat, make sure that it’s working right. If the batteries are getting low, get new ones.

For extra control and convenience, think over getting a smart thermostat. They make using less energy much more convenient. And some models can even tell you if there’s an issue with your air conditioner or if your air filter needs to be changed.

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. Making sure they’re still good delivers peace of mind and an added layer of safety.

4. Keep Heat Where it Belongs

One of the wisest ways to increase energy-efficient cooling is to reduce the concentration of exterior heat seeping into your residence. Using quality window treatments like blackout curtains, honeycomb shades or plantation shutters, can keep the sun from influencing your home’s temperatures.

Here are several other methods to keep your house cold without adjusting the thermostat:

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

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

Our guide will help your air conditioner operate better this summer. But the wisest way you can increase efficiency is with air conditioning maintenance. Some perks of this service entail:

    • Headache-free cooling.
    • Possibly lower cooling expenses.
    • Likely lengthening 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 right away! Contact us at 866-397-3787 to schedule your maintenance appointment or to learn more about our HVAC membership plans.

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