The heating and air conditioning unit is responsible for keeping you at a comfortable temperature, so it is important to make sure it is operating at its best at all times. The easiest way to ensure your heating and air conditioning unit is working at its best is to have routine servicing and maintenance by a professional HVAC contractor.
When you fail to maintain the HVAC unit, it will begin to work harder, which can increase the cost of energy use as well as be an expensive item to replace. Here are some tips to get the most out of your HVAC system.Outside of having routine maintenance by an HVAC contractor such as Service 1 Heating & AC Inc., there are several things you can do to maintain the system. One of the most important tasks is changing the air filters. The air filter is easy and inexpensive to change and a clean filter helps prevent serious damages to the system. The filter is designed to block the dirt, dust and debris from traveling from the system into your home, so when it gets dirty and clogged, the debris escapes into the air you are breathing and it causes the system to work harder, but put out less heat or cool air.A routine tune-up is an important task that a professional HVAC contractor should be hired for. The tune-up should be scheduled at least once each year.
During the servicing and tune-up, the HVAC contractor will check all of the components to make sure they are cleaned and in good working condition. If the technician finds any old or damaged parts, they can be replaced or repaired at that time. The technician will also check for any possible leaks, such as carbon monoxide, which can pose a serious risk for your family. If you have a gas furnace, it is important for you to also check for possible leaks on a regular basis. The flame in your furnace should be blue at all times. If you notice a yellow flame, you should exit your home immediately and contact an HVAC contractor to inspect the furnace as this could indicate a carbon monoxide leak.
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