Tips to Prepare Your Cooling System for Spring
Spring is in the air! Is your air conditioning unit ready to handle the warm North Myrtle Beach weather?
Your air conditioner works hard to cool your home during the warm months; the last thing you want is for it to break down in the middle of summer! We recommend performing regular maintenance on your HVAC system to ensure your A/C unit runs smoothly all spring- and summer-long.
Regular preventative maintenance helps catch the small issues before they become big problems, which prevents the risk of breakdowns. Maintaining your HVAC system also saves you money in the long run by improving energy efficiency and extending the life of your system.
Early spring is the perfect time to perform maintenance on your cooling system so you can have peace of mind when the weather really heats up! In this article, we’ve prepared a list of tasks you can do right now to maintain your A/C unit.
HVAC Maintenance for Homeowners
1. Check and replace your air filters.
Air filters are responsible for catching dust and debris in the air, so they aren’t spread throughout the home. Clean filters also allow your system to run more efficiently. We recommend checking your filters every thirty days and replacing them if they are dirty.
2. Clear debris from the outdoor unit.
When you are doing yard maintenance, make sure you also remove any leaves, twigs, pine needles, and grass clippings on and around your A/C unit. Debris build-up can block proper air flow, affecting operation and efficiency.
3. Check for standing water in the drain pan.
The condensate drain pan below the air handler in your attic collects moisture left from the cooling process. Over time, algae can clog the condensate drain which can cause water to overflow and damage your home. If you notice standing water in the pan, call Martin Heat & Air to thoroughly clean your condensate drain!
4. Seal air leaks around windows and doors.
Sealing air leaks around your windows and doors prevents cool air from escaping your home and allows your system to run more efficiently. It can also prevent allergens like pollen, dust, dander, and mold spores from entering the home, which improves your air quality.
5. Schedule a full-system tune-up with Martin Heat & Air!
We can help you prepare even more by performing a comprehensive check to make sure your system is operating properly. At each HVAC tune-up, our technicians will:
- Analyze operating pressures
- Monitor starting capabilities
- Test safety controls
- Clean or replace filters
- Tighten electrical connections
- Measure volts/amps on motors
- Adjust thermostat calibration
- Clean evaporator and/or condenser coil (if easily accessible)
- Clean condensate drains
- Measure temperature differential
Call Us for All Your Cooling Needs!
Whether you’re scheduling an A/C tune-up, or calling for an emergency repair, Martin Heat & Air is here for you! Call us today to schedule service:
