The HVAC system in your home is a component to having a nice living space. If it’s too hot or cold, or you having no air blowing at all, the only thing that follows is misery. You know how expensive it is to fix, so it is vital that you prevent these things from occurring. Below there are many good tips to help you keep up with proper HVAC maintenance.

 

Make sure you ask for an estimate in writing before choosing a specific HVAC vendor. There are a lot of moving pieces when it comes to purchasing these big items. You’ll want to compare not only the cost of the equipment, but also the set up and the overall energy costs.

 

Make sure that you regularly clean debris that might build up on external condenser units. The dirt could pile up and harm your system. Debris like this can cause it to overheat, which could be detrimental to your system.

 

You should clean your condenser fan’s blades and coils every spring. Shut the power off before you do anything. Secondly, pop the grill off, take the blades off and clean them as well as the actual unit.

 

If you have oil ports as part of the fan condenser, annual lubrication is key. These ports are often covered by a rubber or metal cap. Use SAE 20 oil that is non-detergent and lightweight, and put 10 drops or fewer in each port, but make sure to avoid overfilling them.

 

Find a place that is shaded for your compressor. When the unit sucks in cooler air, then less work is required to cool it further which in turn boosts the units efficiency.

 

To increase the efficiency of your HVAC unit, be sure to keep it in the shade. If your air conditioner is able to constantly suck in cool air, it won’t have to work overtime to cool your space, which can in turn save you money on your electricity bills.

 

Make sure that your contractor provides a home assessment. Not every HVAC solution is for everyone. Your home could have special needs for heating and cooling. Your contractor should do a walk around of your space to judge what is best. If they aren’t be sure to request one.

 

Ask for references and be sure to call them as well. You are dealing with a high ticket item here, so you’ll want to do your due diligence to make sure you are getting the best for your money. Ask for references, but don’t stop there. Call each reference to check. A lot of people don’t take that important last step.

 

To keep your home feeling comfortable it is very important that your HVAC system is working the right way. The tips and information from above hopefully have showed you what it needed to make the HVAC last a very long time. Remember what you learned here, and use it to ensure you have a home that has a comfortable living space.

 

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