HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) units require servicing and maintenance at periodic intervals so as to prevent malfunctions. However, should the units be serviced and maintained properly they will continue to give optimal performance for a long time indeed.

·      Insulation

One of the most overlooked parts of a regular maintenance check list is the ducting and insulation of refrigerant gas as well as the ducts that carry hot or cold air as the case may be. It is also necessary to check up on the electrical wires of your equipment. Any frayed wire may lead to a short circuit or worse, even accidental electrocution.

·      Replace All Air Filter Every 12 Weeks

Filters, by their very nature are designed to choke. This is because they prevent dust and sand particles from entering your climate controlled environment. This is why all filters should be changed every three months. Moreover, should you be living in an area prone to dust and sandstorms, then it would be a good idea to change them every moth or so.

This is because choked filters not only don’t work properly, they allow less air into the system thereby making the unit work harder which in turn translates to higher energy bills.

·      Ground Clearance

It is imperative that all out door AC units and heat pumps should be at least two feet above ground level for optimum performance. All debris underneath and around the units should be swept away.

For any questions regarding HVAC maintenance and service you can call the experts at Elite Electric and Air, (772) 905-3527 who are highly qualified professionals in this field.