4 Tips to Prepare for Air Conditioning Season

Summer may feel like it’s still a few months away. But before you know it, you’ll be switching from heating to cooling. Soon enough your air conditioner is cooling frequently to maintain cozy temperatures. It’s smart to prepare for the increased usage before temperatures get warmer.

Service Experts Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing and our team of Experts can help. We’ve designed our comprehensive air conditioning memberships to maximize your system’s energy efficiency and reliability. Our professional expertise goes a long way, but there are lots of other steps you can take 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 fret, you won’t have to take apart your system and clean every part. Our Experts handle this during your routine air conditioning maintenance appointment.

But cleaning the area 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 nearby grass and plants cut back.
    • Maintaining at least 1 foot of open area on all sides around your air conditioner.

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

Your comfort and satisfaction matter to us, so we like to minimize the possibility of repairs in the first place. A well-maintained air conditioner typically cools more efficiently, is less likely to break down and often lasts longer.

2. Replace Your Air Filter

Frequently replacing your air filter is crucial for your air conditioner’s wellness. During a tune-up visit, our pros inspect filters and put in new ones if necessary. Replacing the filter is speedy and easy. You can (and should) do it on your own whenever!

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

    • The style 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. More dense pleated filters can last up to 90 days. If you’re not sure if your filter requires replacement, remove it, and angle it toward the light. Put in a new one if you can’t see light through it.

Filters trap dust, pollen and other pollutants from your residence’s air, keeping airflow fresh. Neglecting it will lower your house’s indoor air quality and your air conditioner’s efficiency.

In some situations a clogged filter may even damage your system or cause it to break down. Regularly replacing it will keep the inside of your air conditioner cleaner and airflow more balanced.

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

3. Test Your Thermostat and Smoke Detectors

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

If you use a programmable thermostat, make sure that it’s operating correctly. If the batteries are running low, get new ones.

For more control and convenience, think about upgrading to a smart thermostat. They make conserving energy less complicated. And select models can even alert you if there’s an issue 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 have juice offers peace of mind and an added layer of security.

4. Keep Heat Outdoors

One of the wisest ways to boost energy-efficient cooling is to minimize the level of outside heat seeping into your residence. Using good window treatments like blackout curtains, honeycomb shades or plantation shutters, can keep the sun from impacting indoor temperatures.

Here are a couple other approaches to keep your house cool without turning down 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 ample airflow.
    • Add caulk and weatherstripping to seal your doors and windows.

Rely on Service Experts Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing for Skilled Air Conditioning Maintenance

Our checklist will help your air conditioner run more efficiently this summer. But the best way you can increase efficiency is with air conditioning maintenance. Some perks of this service involve:

    • Stress-free cooling.
    • Possibly lower cooling expenses.
    • Potentially increasing your air conditioner’s life expectancy.
    • Keeping your valuable manufacturer’s warranty ongoing.

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

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