Maintaining your Home AC Unit
If you haven’t noticed already, the season of spring is upon us, and it’s a good time to start thinking about preparing your home’s air conditioning unit for steady use. Southern California summers have proven how unforgiving they can be. If comfort, cost, and energy savings are important to you, it’s important to focus on maintaining your home AC unit.
To assure the air conditioning unit in your home is in top condition and ready to perform come the first sign of warm weather, there are a few simple things you can do. The first easy, but important, step is to assure the condenser is clean and free of any debris. Loose leaves, grass, dust, dead insects, and other matter can accumulate on the unit’s coils and cause it to work harder and wear out sooner. If after inspecting the unit, you see it could use some attention, turn off the power to the air conditioning system. Then be sure to remove any debris and excess plant growth from the surrounding area. With a garden hose, gently spray from the top of the coils towards the bottom of the unit to wash away any remaining dirt or debris.
What Other Benefits Can Your AC System Do?
Air conditioning units do more than simply cool the air inside your home; they help to purify the air by removing dirt and other particulates like dust. It is important that all air conditioning units also have good airflow to assure it performs at its best. Just as it is important that the condenser is free of debris, you should be certain your system is operating with a clean air filter whether that means regular cleaning or replacement, on a monthly basis. A clean filter will improve performance and reduce energy consumption.
Benefits of Programmable Thermostats
While its important to keep your air conditioning unit running smooth, using a programmable thermostat will help to keep summer energy costs down by up to 25%. With settings that allow you to customize temperature settings based on your schedule and the time you need indoor climate control most, you are guaranteed to see savings on your utility bills. These tips can help cut costs by keeping your air conditioning unit running smoothly and your home more comfortable all summer long.
Service Champions Heating & Air Conditioning
At Service Champions, we recommend contacting us for a complete precision tune-up and professional cleaning by one of our licensed and insured service technicians. To schedule a maintenance appointment, learn more about our products-including programmable thermostats and indoor air quality products, contact us today.