Time flies and it’s almost impossible to believe that we are already through mid-spring 2021. The summer is just around the corner and, before you know it, temperatures will be sky high and the nights unbearably hot. It, therefore, goes without saying that this is the best time to get ahead of your HVAC system maintenance backlog by scheduling a full scale system tune up. This way, you will not be caught unawares when the time comes when you have to fire up your air conditioning unit and run it full time.
Benefits of a Timely Spring HVAC System Tune Up
Getting your cooling system checked up just as we head into the warmer months of the year allows you the opportunity to catch any minor wear and tear of the components before you have to run the unit at peak levels. Your household will then benefit more from an AC unit working as it should while saving your wallet from having to take the hit of buying a brand new system since you are likely to get repairs done early enough.
Secondly, air conditioners generally tend to consume less electric energy when they are running at their optimum best. A timely system check up ensures this, thereby improving your household’s overall cooling efficiency which eventually leads to less money being spent taking care of the energy bill.
Last but not least, running scheduled maintenance helps to protect you from voiding the manufacturer’s warranty if it’s still valid. Almost all AC manufacturers require mandatory HVAC check ups and annual system tune ups to certify their equipment warranties. Skipping a tune up means that you could lose your warranty and even end up having to replace the unit at your own costs should it fail or breakdown at some point down the road.
What Does a Spring System Tune Up Entail?
In addition to the technical upgrades and maintenance practices that are best left to a professional technician, there are a few simple tasks that a homeowner ought to do on the regular to ensure their unit is running as it should. This includes changing air filters according to the recommended interval by the manufacturer, cleaning the exterior components to get rid of debris that would otherwise block proper airflow, checking the condensate drain, setting the thermostat and overseeing furnace care.
References: Temperature Pro, Terry’s AC heating, All American AC