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How to Keep Your AC in Good Shape All Summer Long

May 5, 2022 | Blog

Every homeowner should take five significant steps to prepare their AC unit for the summer. Our team at Southern Air Heating, Cooling & Plumbing wants to help you keep your air conditioner running smoothly. Our goal is to help you have the coolest summer possible!

Schedule Preventative Maintenance

The most crucial thing any homeowner can do to keep their HVAC system in good shape is scheduled AC maintenance. Air conditioning tune-ups can help lengthen the lifespan of your system’s lifespan and ensure there are no significant issues with your unit.

We recommend receiving an AC tune-up at least twice a year, before the summer and winter. Getting air conditioning maintenance before summer and winter will ensure your unit is prepared to handle the harsh weather.

Replace Air Filters

Air filters keep you and your family breathing clean air and are vital to your health and well-being. Air filters create good indoor air quality in your home when they are properly cleaned and replaced.

We recommend checking your home’s air filters at least every two weeks to ensure they are not clogged by debris. When your filters become clogged, they will overwork your AC system, which causes it to overheat and shut down. Not only can your AC unit stop working it can also cause severe damage to the inside of the unit.

Keep Area Clean

Keeping the area around your air conditioner unit is essential. By keeping the site clean, you are ensuring nothing can get inside and damage the inner workings of your HVAC unit. We also recommend making sure there is no large debris near the outside; some critters like to call these areas home’s and can cause damage to your system.

Invest in Smart Thermostat

A smart thermostat or programmable thermostat can significantly increase the lifespan of your system and help you lower your energy bill. With smart thermostats, you can program your AC to cool to certain temperatures throughout the day.

Setting different temperatures throughout the day is helpful if you are usually out at work and not home during the week. You can set your thermostat to a system to raise the temperature when you are not home, so you are not wasting energy and cool air when no one is home.

Be Kind to Your AC System

Our last and final tip is to take care of your system. Your air conditioner does a lot of work to help you live comfortably in your home. When you abandon taking care of your HVAC unit, it can cause severe issues to your system. These significant issues can be expensive to repair; you can avoid these issues by taking care of your system.

Contact Us!

If you do find yourself in need of reliable AC services, our team at Southern Air Heating, Cooling & Plumbing is here to help. Our professionally trained team is ready to assist you in keeping your home a place where you can feel comfortable. Give us a call today to schedule your AC repair or to learn more about our Ironclad Guarantee!

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