Is Your Air Conditioning System Ready for Spring?

February is almost over and March is the horizon, meaning spring will be here before you know it. Your air conditioner has likely been used minimally over the last season. Before it’s high-use season, consider a few tune ups to get your air conditioner ready for warmer weather.

Replace your filter

While many air conditioning repair companies recommend changing your air filter monthly, many home owner disregard this rule. Like changing the batteries in the smoke detector around day light savings time, take this seasonal cue to change your air filter before spring. This is an easy and simple air conditioning service that will allow your system to pump clean air into your home. Changing your filter can also be an easy way to cut down on energy costs, as it costs less energy to pump air through and cool your home when the filter is clean.

Clear the area

Your air conditioning unit has likely taken a beating over the last few months by Mother Nature. Between falling leaves, wind and snow, it’s likely that your air conditioning unit has debris around it. Air conditioning repair technicians recommend clearing a space of about three feet around the unit to ensure the unis can pull in air properly. Whether it be debris, sticks, leaves or a structure like a deck, ensure your air conditioning unit is clear to pump air through.

Schedule a professional HVAC cleaning

If you want to be entirely sure your unit is ready, schedule a professional HVAC cleaning by a qualified air conditioning repair company. They can ensure your ducts are clear, the hoses are properly connected and working, and will clean coils to facilitate the proper cooling process.