Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system can be a hassle to keep up with at times but it’s well worth the expense. The key to owning an HVAC system is to take preventative maintenance of the system. HVAC technicians are a hot commodity since it requires regular maintenance in order to keep an HVAC system.
It can cost a homeowner a decent sum of cash to keep up with a technician so try to either have a good friend in the HVAC field or find someone who is fair. Especially when you’re the buyer of a house you’ll want to see if the previous homeowner kept up with maintaining the system. If you’re the seller and you want to sell a house fast then try to keep up with regular maintenance for the buyer. This article will give you some guidance on some tips to help you ensure that your HVAC systems are working well.
Inspect your filters routinely.
When it comes to an HVAC system any homeowner should always keep filter inspection at the top of their priority list when it comes to HVAC preventative maintenance. Many people overlook the aspect of the filters being clogged way more than they should, most of them unaware of what size filter or how often the filter needs to be inspected.
A dirty filter can allow allergens to accumulate through your household. You should be more cautious about mold growth though because after mold has grown just changing the filters may not be enough to take care of the problem. Mold grows and if you don’t change the filter quick enough it may have grown already. Before you bring in a technician be sure to check your filters and make sure that’s not the issue.
Keep the area around the units or vents clear.
Another way to maximize your HVAC system’s efficiency is by keeping the area around your unit clear and clean. You can do this by turning off the machine and hosing it down for any debris that’s stuck in it. You’ll also want to keep any shrubbery away from your unit, we suggest keeping a distance of approximately 12-16 inches.
You will also want to keep an eye on indoor vents especially if they’re near or at floor level. There could be a number of different items blocking the vent from breathing. Remember the more space a unit has to breathe, the steadier the airflow throughout your home will be.
Cleaning the coils.
Many aren’t aware that things like debris, dirt, pollen, and dust play a role in cutting the energy efficiency of your system off. If you want the peak efficiency that you once had then you’ll want to clean the coils of the system on a regular basis. You should make a maintenance plan when it comes to cleaning. You’ll be shocked at how drastically your energy bill will change from a simple cleaning.
Before proceeding to clean the machine make sure it’s off then, use a water hose to spray the debris on the outside, and once that’s been cleared you can use the coil cleaner on the outside of the unit. After about 15 minutes you can use a hose to spray off the cleaner. Try to remember that an HVAC system is an expensive piece of equipment and it’s a good idea to take care of it.
If you don’t have a thermostat, get one.
Thermostats are a fantastic gadget to have in combination with a system. Although regularly thermostats come along with HVAC equipment sometimes they don’t. If you don’t have a thermostat then we strongly recommend getting one since it’s a vital piece of equipment when it comes to saving money on your energy bill.