When you invest in an AC or heat pump, your first expectation is that it will perform as expected in cooling your home and last for the stipulated period. However, in most cases this doesn’t happen because of both external factors and other aspects around your AC system which needs to be resolved. The role of AC units in home is so central that many homeowners start taking their systems operation for granted. In providing your family with a comfortable and relaxing home environment, you need a preventive maintenance plan for your HVAC equipment.
A Thorough Cleaning of the HVAC Components
Every year, your HVAC system must be thoroughly cleaned and your coils inspected for any debris or film of dust. When accumulated on the coil, dust and dirt can prevent airflows from cooling off hence affecting the entire cooling system of your house. Dirty HVAC components also make it work extra hard to achieve a simple rise in comfort.
Professional Inspection
HVAC systems normally go through wear and tear cycle which means that from time to time the system should be inspected for cooling efficiency. Any component that may be found faulty should be replaced with an efficient one. The inspection can be a one off or a part of a contractual maintenance agreement where the specialists visit from time to time to look at the whole system and fine tune it just in case of any developing problems. Inspection can be done annually when the system is shutdown particularly over winter.
The inspection should cover the entire system from the air intake to the exhaust dust discharge. The air intake should specifically be checked to ensure it is open and the controls are working properly. External contaminants when drawn into the air supply can choke it and make it inefficient thus affecting the overall efficiency of the cooling system.
Ductwork Cleaning and Repair
Your ductwork is related to the cooling efficiency of your system. When moisture, dirt and other particles get lodged in the ductwork, its ability to complete the indoor air circulation is affected in a large way. This means your ductwork should be checked and cleaned every now and then to ensure it works effectively. Poor connections within the ductwork can also affect the efficiency of the entire machine.
Cleaning and Replacement of Filters
Your filters should be replaced once in a month to ensure efficiency in filtering the passing air. If the filters are not cleaned or replaced on a regular basis, they will accumulate dust and lose their filtration capacity making your HVAC system to work extra hard to deliver the desired temperature.
An efficient cooling system ensures that you and your family are comfortable throughout the year from late spring to summer and early autumn without spending lots of money on energy bills.
