During some seasons of the year, your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system operate at an even higher level of efficiency. Your system has the potential to become worn out or even break if it is not properly maintained.
You should perform routine maintenance on your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system in order to keep it in pristine condition. Continue reading for five pieces of maintenance advice for your HVAC system that everyone should be aware of.
- Make Sure to Check the Ducts
Leaky ductwork services might result in significant financial losses. It causes an increase in the cost of energy and may require your system to work more diligently. Your ducts should be inspected on a regular basis, and any holes or gaps should be repaired using specialised metallic tape and duct mastic as needed. Check the attic and the basement in addition to the more common places in the house.
Blockages in your air ducts can be caused by a variety of contaminants, including dust, grime, and even mould. It’s possible that you need to clean your air ducts if you’ve seen dust around your air vents or if your energy costs have been unusually high. Every three to five years, it is advised to have a professional clean your air ducts.
- Make Some Room for Your Air Conditioner to Breathe
To function correctly, air conditioners require a certain amount of free space around them. It is imperative that the outside unit has a clearance of at least one foot on all sides. The leaves, dirt, and other garbage that have accumulated around the unit need to be cleaned up, and the bushes need to be trimmed. If the inside of the unit appears to be extremely dirty, you should have it cleaned. Your HVAC will be able to operate more effectively and safely as a result of this change.
- Make an appointment for professional HVAC maintenance.
Having your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system serviced on an annual basis is one of the most effective ways to maintain its health and efficiency. At Korycki Mechanical, we are able to be of assistance. When you get in touch with us, one of our technicians will replace or clean your filters, check the functionality of the safety controls, clean and inspect the blowers and motors, and look for leaks in the ductwork. Leaky ductwork services might result in significant financial losses. It causes an increase in the cost of energy and may require your system to work more diligently. Your ducts should be inspected on a regular basis, and any holes or gaps should be repaired using specialized metallic tape and duct mastic as needed. Check the attic and the basement in addition to the more common places in the house. It is recommended that you have a qualified HVAC technician inspect your unit on a regular basis in order to identify any potential issues that may exist.
- Make Sure Your Vents Are Clean
Regular cleaning of the “grills” or air vents in your home is something that should be done. Homeowners frequently overlook this straightforward preventative maintenance task. Simply get a moist rag and wipe the vent down to clean it.
It is possible that you will need to remove the vent in order to clean both sides. You can improve the flow of air via the vent by removing any dirt and dust that may have accumulated there. This ensures that your HVAC system can function well, which will save you both money and energy.
- Changing the Filter in Your HVAC System
When the air filter in your HVAC system gets dirty, you should always make sure to replace it as soon as possible. The experts advise doing so every three months and a half. To our good fortune, this is a simple undertaking.
To gain access to the air filter, it is sufficient to turn off the HVAC unit and remove the access panels. Take out the worn-out one and put in the fresh one in its stead. Simply replacing the access panel will have you back in business. If you are in need of assistance, you can get it from a trained specialist. They are able to assist you in determining the appropriate size of an air filter as well as selecting an air filter that will operate at its highest possible efficiency.
For help with your HVAC system maintenance, please contact Korycki Mechanical Inc.
