The number one cause of heating plus a/c failures is homeowners not having routine preventative service performed on their equipment, regular comprehensive service on your system increases efficiency plus extends the life of your system, because just like your car, your Heating, Ventilation, plus A/C system needs preventative service to continue operating in good condition, and make sure you have a wipe filter weekly plus change it when it’s dirty! Always have numerous filters on hand.
- Consider installing a programmable thermostat! You can save energy by programming the temperature so the system doesn’t run so much while you are away… The outside condenser machine coils need to be free of dirt, leaves, shrubbery plus whatever else may inhibit usual airflow across the condenser coil.
Check your air handler or heating system plus vacuum for any dust or debris in plus around the unit. Dirt can clog the air flow plus it can overwork the equipment, however vacuum the dust from all the air registers around your house. Check vents plus make sure they are clear of furniture, carpets, drapery, etc., to let air flow freely, have your Heating, Ventilation, plus A/C system took care of seasonally: Primarily in the Springtime plus Fall.