As the spring season rolls around in Highland Park, Illinois, you’ll probably shift your HVAC system to the cool setting to maintain a comfortable atmosphere as the temperatures start to rise. Before you make the change, check out these spring cleaning tasks that can help prepare your cooling system for the upcoming needs.
Prepare the Outdoor Unit
The air conditioning unit outside should be the place you start when you’re getting the system ready for the spring weather. If you keep the unit covered during the winter months, uncover it and let the unit breathe. Make sure to trim any plants or shrubs that are encroaching on the outdoor unit, as these could decrease efficiency or cause issues with the cooling system. Clear out any dirt and debris that may have collected in the exterior housing of the unit.
Change the Filter
The filter in your HVAC system plays an important role in keeping dust, dirt, pet hair, dander, pollen, and other debris out of the ducts and air you breathe. When the filter gets overloaded with stuff, it can no longer do its job, allowing that debris to move into your system. This can cause decreased efficiency, which wastes more energy and costs you more in bills every month. One of the easiest spring cleaning tasks you can do for your HVAC system is swapping out the filter. You should change it at least once every month or two to maintain peak efficiency.
Get the Ducts Cleaned
The ducts connected to your heating and cooling units allow the air to move throughout your home and maintain a comfortable atmosphere. When the ducts are coated with dust, dirt, and other debris, the air can’t move as freely, which requires the system to work harder. As a result, you’ll often see an increase in heating and cooling bills. A duct cleaning service can eliminate this problem while improving the quality of the air you breathe.
At Ireland Heating & Air, we offer a variety of solutions to help prep your cooling system for spring, so call us at 847-388-0108.
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