There is nothing worse than having to make a late night phone call to the HVAC repair guy. And although many people like to assign blame as to why you’re in need of HVAC emergency repair in the first place, we prescribe to the philosophy of Henry Ford who said, “Don’t find fault – find a remedy.”
Today’s HVAC systems run extremely efficient. But, you’d be surprised to learn how many simple things tend to cause most emergency repairs. And with a few simple adjustments to our routine maintenance programs, you can help yourself and your family avoid the challenge that comes with an AC system not working in the hot summer or the heating system not working in the cold winter months.
3 Things To Avoid To Ensure Your HVAC System Runs Smooth
First – Forgetting About A Routine Maintenance Program For Your HVAC System
Just like owning a car or any other major mechanical device, it’s important to take time to begin a routine maintenance program that is designed to keep your expensive item running smooth. HVAC systems operate like a car – using a system of moving parts and pieces – engineered to work together to achieve a desired effect. With an HVAC system – the result is temperature controlled air inside your home or office. But, when the system is neglected, and is not maintained, then the common result is a broken HVAC system that will require emergency repairs. So – here are a few things you should consider beginning.
- Clean or replace the air filters inside your home monthly
- Replace the filters inside the HVAC system annually
- Have the coils cleaned annually
- Dust off the Ductwork every month, to reduce dust and debris from entering the AC unit.
Second – Neglecting To Clear The HVAC System Of Any Debris
The second easy thing you can do to reduce the amount of emergency repairs needed for your HVAC system is to be mindful of the location of the actual system. Believe it or not, many emergency repairs are needed for HVAC systems that are simply covered by debris falling from nearby trees, dust and dirt that build up over time. This is why a simple step you can do to avoid many common emergency repairs is to inspect your HVAC system once monthly and clear off any debris that might obstruct air flow, especially if you know you have big trees near by that aren’t helping matters.
Third – Not Minding Your Thermostat
Finally, another great way to avoid most HVAC emergency repair issues is to keep the system running consistently. A big culprit of emergency repairs come from individuals who frequently adjust the temperatures inside their homes or offices. We understand that temperatures in Arizona are rather extreme however the best way to keep your HVAC unit operational is to have it run smoothly – and not have to work hard to change temperatures. Simply find a temperature you feel comfortable in around the clock, and try to avoid making significant changes to the thermostat.
If you make sure to follow these three simple tips, you’ll find yourself making less HVAC emergency repair appointments and phone calls – saving you time and money.
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On Time Air Conditioning & Heating: Making Your World A More Comfortable Place
Kristi is the owner and co-founder of On Time Air Conditioning. As an award winning director for a large fortune 500 company she attributes her early success to having high customer satisfaction standards. Kristi’s core vales and standards are focused on keeping customers happy which is the backbone and mission at On Time Air, one of the Valley’s top air conditioning companies. Kristi loves taking care of her customers, so if there is anything that you need, please contact her at 623-209-8333.