Your air conditioner has worked hard this summer and we still have more hot weather to go. Just because the date on the calendar has changed over to fall doesn’t mean you’re done with your AC for the season. Keeping up with annual AC maintenance, while also following a handful of other tricks, can help you maintain your air conditioner while remaining cozy too.
Clean Around Your Outdoor Unit
Debris can pile up around your outside unit, specifically during the fall. When the time comes to rake up the leaves in your yard, be sure to rake up the leaves and debris around your air conditioner. Debris can inhibit air flow, causing your system to work harder and wear down faster. We want your air conditioner to last as long as it was designed to.
Raise the Temperature on Your Thermostat
Set your thermostat at the highest temperature you can while still remaining comfortable. Whenever possible, take advantage of supplemental cooling methods such as fans. The lower you set your
thermostat, the harder your system will have to work to get to that temperature. You may think shutting off your unit completely will save on energy and help your system, but that makes more work for it to make up when you switch it back on. It will have to work harder for a longer amount of time, which is something else that could lead to premature system failure.
Keep Up With AC Maintenance
Keeping a well-maintained system with normal, annual
AC maintenance is so critical. Our experts will look at your air conditioner thoroughly and make sure the electric is working properly, the coils and filters are clean and so much more. We take a deeper look to catch small problems before they become huge breakdowns and turn in to an
AC repair appointment. Keeping cool and comfortable in your own home isn’t something you should have to be concerned about, and with our annual AC maintenance you don’t have to worry. Give us a call at (815)914-6197 to set both your mind and system at ease. We look forward to working with you.