Three New Year’s Resolutions to Keep Your AC Unit in Top Condition
When setting your New Year’s resolutions for the year ahead, don’t forget to add your air conditioning unit to your list too. Throughout the year, your AC unit requires regular maintenance and care to keep it in top condition and ensure it continues to run smoothly and efficiently - however, lots of homeowners often forget to carry out the necessary maintenance.
This year, make it your mission to look after your AC unit. Below, our experts share three easy resolutions to add to your list to keep your AC unit in the best condition possible.
Book in annual maintenance
Now is the perfect time to schedule in some annual maintenance. While there are plenty of things you can do yourself to keep your AC unit in top condition all year round, we strongly recommend scheduling some professional maintenance too. During a routine service, a specialist HVAC service technician will thoroughly inspect your unit for any problems and check each component within your system to make sure everything is working correctly and efficiently. If any problems or issues are detected, the technician can perform any repairs.
Failing to have your AC unit serviced regularly could lead to lots of problems and you could end up spending more money on repairs down the line.
Change the filter regularly
The filter in your AC unit is designed to remove contaminants from the air and improve air quality, and therefore it’s one of the most important maintenance tasks required for your AC unit. You should check your filter regularly and aim to change it every month to ensure it continues to operate smoothly and efficiently. A dirty filter can lower the quality of the indoor air in your home; if your filter becomes clogged, your unit will have to work harder, not only putting your health at risk but also leading to energy waste and higher energy bills too.
Use your thermostat effectively
Make it your mission to use your thermostat more effectively this year. Most modern HVAC systems have programmable thermostats that allow you to directly control the temperature of different rooms inside your home. If you’re going to be away from your home for a significant period of time, you can schedule your unit accordingly. When you properly use your thermostat, you can benefit from a comfortable atmosphere while reducing the cost of your energy bills.
At Westcott Air Conditioning, we’re experts in heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Whether you’re in need of an air conditioning engineer for your residential properties or a ventilation system for your office, our team of experts are on hand to help. To learn more about us, visit our website.
