HVAC Spring Maintenance

Along with cleaning and yard work, be sure to put HVAC maintenance on your spring to do list by following these steps:

1. Change Your Filters

This is a very easy and inexpensive step that can make a huge impact on your system’s efficiency. Removing your old air filter that has been filled with dust, hair, and dirt particles and replacing it with a clean filter will help to improve your home’s air quality. Changing your AC air filter on a regular basis can also help to extend the life of your unit.

2. Seal Leaks & Cracks

If your home is not well sealed, your HVAC system needs to work harder! During spring cleaning, its a good idea to take notice of any places where it seems like air could leak out. This includes the spaces and weather stripping around doors and windows. If the existing weather stripping appears to have cracks or is detaching – it may be time to replace them. Ensuring your home is well sealed will help the performance of your heating and air conditioning system all year round.

3. Consider Having Your Ducts Cleaned

Cleaner air ducts and vents means cleaner air for you and your family. Click here for our step by step instructions for DIY air duct and vent cleaning. If your not feeling up to the challenge, you may want to consider having a professional come in and get the job done. If your vents or ducts have never been cleaned – there is most likely a large build up of dust, dirt, and other partials that can blow out and circulate in your home’s air.

4. Clean Around the Unit

The easiest way to keep up with the perimeter of your unit is to check it every time you tend to your regular yard work, being sure to remove any buildup of plants, tall grasses, and weeds around the outside of your unit. If there is a build up of debris blocking the airflow, it will prevent you’r A/C from running at top efficiency. It is a good habit to maintain the surrounding area of your unit to reduce possible issues that may interfere with your system.

5. Schedule Professional Maintenance

Regular maintenance of your system extends equipment life, helps prevent expensive repairs, and could identify critical problems such as gas, water or refrigerant leaks. Here at Bolton, we offer a complete and thorough inspection and highly recommend signing up for our Preventative Maintenance Agreements. After each tune-up, you’ll be given a detailed breakdown of what we checked and the status of your equipment. Having an expert look at your unit can help to identify and diagnose potential minor issues before they become costly replacements. To learn more about our preventative maintenance agreements, call us today at (828)253-3621.                                        

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