Keeping Your HVAC System In Good Shape During the Winter

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When the winter months come, we all think about curling up in front of the television and watching a movie. You think about putting your feet up in cozy slippers and being comfy and warm.

By keeping your HVAC maintained, you can keep the warm air inside and the cold air out. Routine maintenance ensures your system runs smoothly. Weโ€™ve listed below the ways to keep your HVAC in good shape.

Replace Filters

One of the simplest ways to avoid any issues is to replace your filters. FilterKing’s HVAC filters come in a range of options, including custom-made filters. You should change your filter every 30-90 days. However, if you own pets, their dander can mean you need to change your filters more often. If anyone living in the house has allergies or asthma, the filters should be replaced more frequently.

If you do not change the filters often, you cause the motor to work harder as it requires more power to heat the home due to debris and other particles stuck on the filter.

Donโ€™t Put off Repairs

While you have so much else going on in your life, you often think youโ€™ll get to repairs later. However, this could cause you to pay more in the long run. If you call a repairman to check your HVAC, you can keep your system going longer.

If you require a repair, fixing it right away can save you time and money while ensuring everyone in your home stays comfortable.

Clean, Clean, Clean

Cleaning your HVAC system should be on your cleaning routine. It doesnโ€™t have to be every week โ€” but at least twice a year, right before the heavy usage. The best times to clean are before winter and summer.

Remove any leaves, branches, and other debris from your HVAC. Vegetation can overgrow and affect the performance of your HVAC system. If you find a plant has made its home there, itโ€™s best to remove it. Your aim is to clear debris that could enter vents. Look around the exhaust vents and the condenser coils.

Inside your home, itโ€™s good to remove any dust around your unit. When you change the filter, clean your vents and exhaust flue so air can flow. Itโ€™s also vital to inspect that no objects in your home are obstructing the airflow.

Take It for a Test Drive

The summer and winter months are when you see heavy usage. Once youโ€™ve changed the filters and given your HVAC a good clean, itโ€™s time to run the system. Listen out for any abnormal sounds, smells, or banging noises. Itโ€™s essential to run tests before the winter kicks in to ensure that you sort out issues before you need it!

 

 

 

 

 

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