Fall & Winter Maintenance Steps
Fall is quickly approaching Auburn, Alabama! While our East Alabama climate doesn’t exactly create the same recurring threats of snow and sleet felt by Northerners during this time of year, temperatures will still be dropping in the coming months. This is why preparing your air conditioning system for a wintertime hibernation is critical. The last thing you want is your furnace breaking down in the middle of a cold season.
Below are some insightful tips on fall HVAC preventive maintenance.
Clean or Replace Air Filters
This should be done every 1-3 months. Dirty HVAC filters restrict airflow and reduce the entire efficiency of the HVAC system. If you have not cleaned or changed the air filters of your system for a while, now is the perfect time to do it. Luckily, Spencer Heating & Air provides this service. We would be happy to come to check out your air filters to ensure great air quality. To be safe, inspect your air filter every 30 days to see if it is dirty or clogged.
Unblock All Vents and Registers
Go around your home and make sure all of your return and supply vents and registers are clean and clear. Double-check that none of them are blocked by rugs, furniture, or closed off in any way. This will not only ensure good airflow, but it can also prevent fires or other disasters.
Reprogram the Thermostat
When you start transitioning from cooling to heating, it’s a good idea to reprogram your thermostat. You can save a lot of money with a smart or programmable thermostat— you just have to make sure it’s set properly. Lower the thermostat temperature for the times you aren’t at home to save some money and energy. According to the US Department of Energy, you can save “1% for each degree if the setback period is eight hours long.” Find a program that works best for you and your home, and stick to it. You will see the difference in your electricity bill!
Professional HVAC Inspection
Have you serviced your HVAC system for the winter period? A well maintained and serviced HVAC system is highly efficient in both its functionality and energy consumption.
Spencer Heating & Air suggests scheduling an inspection for your HVAC system at least twice a year, once in the fall for the heating system and once in the spring for the cooling system. The inspection is meant to detect any potential problems and ensure that the HVAC system is working as efficiently as possible.
Consider Replacing Your HVAC System
Considering the age of your heating system and your current energy bills should be the first thing you do. Heating systems that are more than 10 years old are only 40-60 % efficient. If your HVAC system is on its last legs, seriously consider replacing the entire HVAC system. Unit breakdowns are frustrating, avoiding those is ideal. Today, gas furnaces available in the market boast of efficiency ratings that are as high as 97%.
Our experienced technicians will check filters, inspect electrical switches, belts, contacts, motors, safety switches, gas pressure, and refrigerant levels.
Contact Us
Finally, remember that qualified heating and cooling technicians at Spencer Heating & Air are here to help you year-round. In any season, annual maintenance tune-ups for your HVAC system should be routine. To schedule an appointment with Auburn, Alabama’s most trusted HVAC contractor, visit our website, https://spencerheatingandair.com/, or, we would be happy to talk to you at 334-887-9020. Spencer Heating & Air is fully licensed and insured. We offer round the clock emergency service.
Yoo-hoo! Hope you’re doing fine. Autumn is coming very soon any my son wants to make sure his basement remains cozy for some of his guests who are probably going to stay there. I really like it when you pointed out that we should ensure the clear pathway for every air vent we have. I’ll ask him to take a closer look into this matter so the end result will be satisfactory.
Its helpful when you said that dirty HVAC filters restrict airflow and reduce the entire efficiency of the HVAC system. My room’s heater is broken and I don’t know how to repair it. I will need to speak to a professional so that I can get some help on fixing my heater and servicing it. Thanks so much for the article!
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Its great and helpful when you reminded to check for blocks or clogged at the air filters every month. My room’s heater is broken and I don’t know how to repair it myself. I will need to speak to a professional so that I can get some help on fixing my heater and servicing it. Thanks so much for the article!
It’s fantastic and beneficial to be reminded every month to check for blocks or blocked air filters. My room’s heater is broken, and I have no idea how to fix it. I’ll need to consult with a professional for assistance in repairing and maintaining my heater. Thank you very much for writing this article!
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My HVAC System is always on. So even if I don’t use it, the thermostat knows how much to keep my house at a set temperature. And if there’s an issue with the heating or cooling system, I can usually fix it very quickly too.
Great tip about making sure dirty filters are replaced. I don’t think our filters have been replaced in years. That is probably why our air quality is so bad.