Spring HVAC Checklist
March 15, 2023
As it starts to warm here in Northern Arkansas and we begin to switch our thermostats from heat to cool, all homeowners should be mindful that it’s been a while since your AC system has had a chance to stretch its legs.
Just like the rest of your home, your cooling system requires the same attention to maintain your family’s comfort year-round. You can expect 2023 to be just as hot, if not hotter, than the last. So you need to prepare your AC unit for everything the summer sun is going to throw at it.
Luckily, spring cleaning for your air conditioner doesn’t mean you have to clean it physically. We do that for you!
Change your air filters
Air filters are the Roomba of your AC and furnace. They limit how much dust passes into your system and out through your home. These thin sheets of fibrous material reduce the strain on major components that would otherwise be clouded with dust.
Because of the preserving effects your air filters have on your HVAC's long-term health, it's crucial to change the filter every couple of months or according to the instructions on the packaging. All you have to do is pop out the dusty one and insert the new one, and you're done!
Seal your air ducts
In a typical household, about 20% of the air that moves through the duct system is lost due to leaks, holes, and poorly connected ducts. If you have leaking air ducts, you’re losing cool air and money.
A duct system that is well-designed and properly sealed can make your home more comfortable, energy-efficient, and safer. Unless you’re planning on crawling through your ducts mission impossible style, we highly recommend a professional air duct cleaning service.
Back up your system with indoor air quality technology
Our hot and humid Arkansas climate allows beautiful trees and wildflowers to thrive. The downside to our environment is the extreme amount of allergens floating through the air outside and in our homes. Not to mention the other contaminants that result from outdoor pollution.
Mohr offers specialized indoor air quality equipment for additional protection, many of which are 100 times more effective than the typical air filter. Depending on the size and needs of your home, we can fit you with the perfect system.
Soon, you’ll be breathing cleaner, fresher air.
Install a programmable thermostat
If you don’t have one already, a programmable thermostat is a game-changer. Trouble with energy bills? This type of thermostat can help. Want to make heating and cooling infinitely easier? This is it.
With a programmable thermostat, you can tell your home exactly what temperature you want when you want it. The luxury of comfort is really what you’re installing, and it is worth it.
Schedule your annual tune-up
Spring is the perfect time for an air conditioner tune-up. After a whole year of keeping you comfortable, your AC’s components will be worn and in need of service. One part, your outdoor unit, needs to be free of any debris and corrected if the fins are bent out of shape.
Tune-ups do wonders for your system. Maintenance from Mohr gives your system the refresh it needs to keep your home cool when it’s severely hot out. Plus, you’ll see the energy efficiency benefits on your utility bill.
A little spring TLC for your air conditioning system protects your home all year long. Call Mohr today for help getting your home ready