Well, it is still very hot outside here in South Alabama. But you need to remember that Fall is just around the corner. With this said, Maintenance of your Heating and Cooling system is critical twice a year, in the Fall and Spring.
Here are some things you can do yourself, remembering that having a trained heating and cooling specialist checking your system is important.
Do It Yourself Maintenance
- Test Your Thermostat. Check your thermostat to ensure it is set at the desired temperature and is functioning correctly.
- Eliminate Debris around your Outside Unit. It is important to keep debris such as leaves and grass from being near your outside Condenser Unit. Keeping an open space around the outside unit is important. You should clean the fins on your outside unit and straighten any bent fins. If they are badly damaged, you will need a professional here.
- Cleaning the evaporator coil. You can clean this yourself. This is located inside the inside air handler. You can use a soft brush to clean this coil gently.
- Check and Changing Air Filters– It is a good practice to check your air filters monthly. Dirt filters will decrease the efficiency of your unit and increase your utility bills.
- Check Your Evaporator Drain– This drain is responsible for removing condensation that can accumulate. You can make sure that it is clear of debris and is not clogged. If it is stopped up your pan could overflow and cause water damage to your home.
A trained heating and cooling expert with not only check the items above but will also check your refrigerant levels, electrical components, and the overall performance to ensure your system is working properly and efficiently.
We at Action Heating and Air Conditioning offer an affordable maintenance program to fit your needs and budget. Our technicians have been thoroughly trained to perform the needed services to ensure your HVAC system is ready for whatever winter we will have this year.
We have been serving the Mobile, Semmes, Theodore, Daphne, Fairhope, Silverhill, Foley, Robertsdale, Loxley, Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and surrounding areas in South Alabama since 1997. We are in our second generation of ownership with trained technicians that are always friendly and courteous. Please call us at 251 272-5900 if we can help you with any of HVAC system needs. Also, you can check out our website at https://www.callaction.net to learn about us and all the services we offer as well as some informative blogs that you may find interesting.
