Proper HVAC System Maintenance to Prepare for the Change of Season

Spring is on the way, and while the temps haven’t risen too far yet, now is the time to complete HVAC maintenance on your system to make sure you are ready for warmer weather. If you have ever suffered through a sweltering 90 degree day without properly functioning air conditioning, you can appreciate the importance of addressing any minor issues now before they become serious problems in late July. Spring is the perfect time to perform this maintenance, as it’s usually not cold enough to run your furnace and not hot enough to put on the AC. In today’s post we will discuss the steps you can take to maintain your HVAC system and ensure it’s ready for summer.

Replace the Air Filter

Air filters should be changed as often as the manufacturer of your system suggests, at the bare minimum, which is usually two to four years. However, there are factors that may require more frequent air filter changes, like having pets or running your unit more often than normal. This is definitely a must for spring maintenance to keep the unit running properly while also improving the quality of the air in your home.

Test the Unit to Make Sure It’s Working

This may seem like an obvious task, but simply turning on your unit to test if it produces heat or cold air properly and according to how you have your thermostat set is one of the simplest ways to see if it’s in good working order. After turning on the unit, if you notice any weird sounds or smells coming from the vents or the unit itself, you should shut it off and contact JP Heating and Air Conditioning, so we can inspect it and determine what’s causing the issues.

Clean the Outdoor Unit

Throughout the winter, any number of things may accumulate on or around your outdoor central air unit. You should clear off any leaves, branches, dirt, or other debris built up around the unit. Not only will this help optimize the performance of the unit, but it will improve the quality of the air in your home, as leaves and branches can grow mold, which can pose a risk to your family’s health, especially for anyone who has allergies or asthma. If you have any questions about how to properly clean the outdoor central air unit, contact us for more information.

If you are having any issues with your HVAC system, contact the helpful professionals at JP Heating and Air Conditioning to schedule an inspection. Be sure to ask us about our maintenance agreements.