The fastest and easiest way to reign in high cooling bills starts with summer HVAC prep. A clean and adjusted system runs more efficiently, and lowers the risk of system problems when you most need it. To get the most comfort from your A/C without the high costs, be sure you:
Check the air filter.
The condition of the air filter has a big impact on the performance of your HVAC system, starting with its energy efficiency and ending with its dependability. A dirty air filter reduces the amount of air that goes through the filter, which forces the air conditioner to run longer to cool your home. Longer running cycles drive up energy costs.
When the filter is too dirty, some of the dust will enter the air handler and coat the parts inside it. The dust acts as insulation and when it coats the evaporator coil, it will slow the absorption of heat in your home’s air. This leaves the coil colder and could make it freeze. Unless your system turns off, a frozen coil can burn out the compressor.
Clean the outdoor condenser.
Remove any dead vegetation within three feet of the condenser and check the condition of the coil and fins. Gently hose off the coil to remove the dust. If you have stubborn caked-on dirt or grass clippings, use a coil cleaner from a home improvement or hardware store to soften and remove them. Dirt covering the coil slows the air conditioner’s cooling process and will drive up your energy bills.
Schedule professional HVAC maintenance.
Summer HVAC prep isn’t complete until the system has been thoroughly checked by an HVAC pro. He will clean and adjust all the parts, oil the motors and check the refrigerant level. The experts will make sure that the system drains easily, is mold-free and restored to its original condition as much as possible.
A clean and efficient system requires summer HVAC prep, something that the pros at Energy 1 Heating & Air Conditioning can help you with today. We provided HVAC services for Lorain-area homeowners.
Our goal is to help educate our customers in Lorain, Ohio about energy and home comfort issues (specific to HVAC systems). For more information about other HVAC topics, download our free Home Comfort Guide or call us at 440-201-2959.
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