Now that your air conditioner is being used more often, you’ll want to keep it running at its best. Here are 11 points you need to know about running your air conditioner at its highest level of operation.
- Check function: Make sure your air conditioner still provides cooling. Turn it on and let it run for a few minutes. If it doesn’t produce cool air, call for service.
- Schedule regular preventive maintenance: Call your trusted local HVAC service provider for a regular inspection, tune-up and preventive maintenance appointment.
- Seal leaks: Find and seal any air or energy leaks in the ductwork system. Make sure duct sections fit tightly together and that connections are sealed with mastic or metal tape.
- Change filters: Regular filter changes are a simple way to keep your air conditioner running at its peak. Check filters every month and change them if they’re dirty; otherwise, change filters every three months.
- Provide clearance: Keep at least two feet of clearance on all sides of the outdoor unit and five feet of open space above it. Trim away tree limbs, grass and other vegetation.
- Reduce indoor heat: Close the drapes to prevent sunshine from entering your home and increasing indoor temperatures. Pay special attention to windows on the east and west side of your home.
- Reduce indoor humidity: Use dehumidifiers or a whole-house dehumidification system to reduce the level of moisture and humidity in your home.
- Improve air circulation: Turn on ceiling or floor-level fans to increase cool air circulation throughout your house.
- Reduce exposure: Keep lawn sprinkling systems from spraying directly on the outdoor unit. Chemicals in the water may cause rust and corrosion.
- Clean: Clean the outdoor unit and remove any debris or vegetation inside the cabinet. Clean indoor and outdoor coils and keep them free of build-up.
- Preserve: Apply a coat of automobile wax to the outside of the cabinet to protect it from sun and the elements.
Energy 1 Heating & Air Conditioning has offered HVAC sales, service and repairs to customers in Lorain, Erie and Cuyahoga Counties for 33 years.Contact us today for more information on keeping your cooling system running effectively and efficiently all season.
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