If you have a heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system, you will know that these systems can be pricey to install and repair when things go wrong. So, you will want to do all that you can to make sure that it is kept in great condition all year around. This is the best way to keep costs low and your comfort ensured both in the cool winters and hot summers. We recommend that you have your HVAC system maintained by professionals annually, avoid doing DIY repairs, clean your units frequently and keep the system in regular use. We will look at these points in more detail below.

Annual Maintenance

When you have an expensive HVAC system in your home that you rely heavily on for climate control, ventilation, relief from the heat in summer and a welcome warmth in winter, it is vital that you keep the system working at its best. For this reason, regular maintenance of your HVAC system is a must. 

When it comes to maintaining your HVAC system, there are several key steps and parts to check. If this is all too technical for you, it is best to call HVAC servicing professionals to take a look. If you are comfortable doing the maintenance check yourself, ensure that you know what you are doing and call an expert if you find that a unit or piece of the system needs a repair or replacement. There are several good reasons for this.

No DIY Repairs

The first reason why you should not attempt to complete a repair or replacement of a unit or part of an HVAC system yourself is that you could hurt yourself. Unless you are a professional AC installer, you do not necessarily know the risks of messing with your electrics and home tools kit. You could fall, shock yourself or injure your back trying to get to the more internal parts of the system.

Moreover, you could void insurance or create an even bigger and more expensive problem by attempting to tackle the HVAC repairs yourself. It is far more sensible to call professional heating services to take a look at your system. They will know how to complete repairs and replacements safely, maintain your insurance, and keep costs lower than if they had to fix your poorly-executed repair. 

Regular Cleaning

As well as maintaining the HVAC system and keeping on top of replacements and repairs, you should clean your HVAC system a few times a year. Particularly in Spring, when allergens are abundant in the air, you will want to clean and sometimes change filters in your system to prevent pollen and dust from circulating the house. These irritants can cause sneezing, sore eyes, coughing, respiratory difficulties and unhealthy air quality in the home.

Regularly cleaning the system will also prevent build-up of grime, dead skin cells and so on that can clog parts of the system. Dirty systems can break down or cease to function at full capacity. This results in money being wasted as you try to run a system that is not capable of functioning at its usual standard. So, save money and save your family’s health and well-being by cleaning filters and keeping on top of dust build-up in HVAC units.

Keep It In Use

Finally, we recommend that you keep the system running fairly regularly. While most AC units will be fine if they are unused for a few months, it is possible that they can build up dust and grime and stop functioning at their best. By simply turning the fan on occasionally, you can keep your system fresh and avoid dirt build-up. Along with the cleaning and maintenance, this should keep your HVAC system from experiencing breakdowns or running at reduced efficiency.

Sticking to these top tips will keep your HVAC system running in excellent condition.

This has been a brief and simple guide to keeping your HVAC system running smoothly, keeping expenditure on repairs low and ensuring your comfort throughout the year, regardless of the season.  First, we have suggested that you schedule annual maintenance appointments with a professional HVAC servicing company. Then, we have recommended that you always call AC experts if a repair or replacement is needed, rather than attempting the job yourself. Next, it is a good idea to keep your HVAC units clean and avoid the build-up of dust and grime. Finally, keep your system moving. Having the whole system turned off for too long can cause it to gather dust and stop working efficiently.