A good unit will keep your home comfortable. Though most homes have HVAC systems, some need replacing or repairs. Understanding how to properly maintain your system will help you out when it comes to repairs. Check out the tips below.
Before you hire anyone to do any work on your HVAC, be sure to get a written estimate which has itemized costs listed on it. This will ensure that comparing one contractor to another will be simple as you can see what one offers that another doesn’t, or what price they’re charging for the same items.
Be sure to get every quote or estimate in written form. You have no recourse on a verbal agreement, so a written contract is a must. This will allow you to follow up if something goes wrong or you don’t get what you were promised, protecting you from shady contractors.
If possible, put your HVAC in a shaded area if it is outside. It will reduce the temperature of the air going into the unit, meaning that it will not have to work as hard to cool it.
If your evaporator coil, found inside your home, becomes dirty, your unit will lose efficiency. Just pop off the front panel of the furnace and check to see that the coil is dry. Using a brush attachment on a vacuum, gently clean the coil of any dust or other debris.
If you want to cool your home in the summer without using your air conditioning on full, consider installing fans in your home. An attic fan can blow hot air out while sucking in cool air into your basement, and ceiling fans help distribute the air in your rooms evenly.
If you currently have a manual thermostat, consider installing a programmable one. You can set your system for different temperatures depending on time of day and if anyone is home. Also, you can set upper and lower temperature settings to allow for a comfortable range of temperatures so that heating and cooling don’t kick in when not needed.
Do not allow your home to reach excessive levels of heat during the summer. Air conditioners really can only cool a home down about 20 degrees Fahrenheit within a reasonable amount of time. This means that if the weather is above 100 degrees, then you’ll still be baking in 80 degree weather at first! You may suffer adverse effects from letting the house get that hot, too.
If you have a window air conditioner, be sure to check and see if it has an Energy Saver button. If so, use it! This turns off the fan when the unit isn’t actually cooling the air, which can save you as much as 30 kwh over the period of a month!
One of the best investments you can make is an HVAC system; it makes your home feel comfortable. If you have to upgrade, keep these tips handy. They will aid you in making wise decisions in all things HVAC.
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