Though you’re still enjoying the warmth of the summer season, now is the best time to start thinking about preparing your heating and cooling system for the fall. Neglecting your HVAC’s maintenance can leave your home without warm or cold air when you need it the most. Ensure your comfort by following these tips.

How to Take Care of Your HVAC

1. Clean Vents

Your heating and cooling system requires adequate airflow to function correctly. Unfortunately, dirty vents can impede circulation and leave debris on the unit’s coils and blower motor, which can reduce the system’s efficiency. Before you turn on your furnace for the season, clean all vents to remove dust buildup.

2. Change the Filter

Your HVAC filter should be changed at least once a month. These products are designed to trap airborne particles that are lingering in your air so that they don’t interfere with your HVAC unit. As an added benefit, they also improve indoor air quality, so you are less likely to suffer from allergies triggered by dust, pollen, or pet dander. However, if the filter becomes clogged, it can no longer do this job, causing the efficiency of your heating and cooling system to be reduced. 

3. Clear Area Around Outdoor Unit

The outside component of your HVAC unit is exposed to the elements all year long. Before you run your furnace, clear a two-foot area surrounding the device of all leaves, twigs, litter, and any other debris so that the vents don’t get clogged. You should also consider building a short fence around it to keep pests away.

4. Check Thermostat

The thermostat controls your furnace and air conditioning. Before the fall season, test it to ensure it makes the correct adjustments to the temperature settings. If it is not working correctly, this gives you time to get repairs before heating really becomes necessary.

5. Schedule a Tune-Up

Annual tune-ups are necessary for the efficiency of both your furnace and air conditioning. A professional HVAC contractor will thoroughly inspect the unit for potential damages and make repairs before they become bigger, more expensive problems. Their assistance also usually means a longer life span for your system and reduced energy costs since their adjustments improve efficiency.

 

Keep your heating and cooling system in optimal condition throughout the year by contacting Combs Heating & Cooling. Located in Chillicothe, OH, and backed by more than 23 years of industry experience, this HVAC contractor provides a variety of services in addition to maintenance, including air conditioning and heating repairs and HVAC installations. For more details about what they have to offer, visit them online today. Call (740) 772-2233 to schedule an appointment.