All homeowners know the importance of maintaining their heating and air conditioning systems. The problem is that most do not even consider what is involved or even think about their HVAC systems until something goes wrong such as no heat in the middle in the night during winter months or coming home from work in the hot summer months without air conditioning.
Just like regularly maintenance on your vehicle, your HVAC system also needs special care to ensure that all is in working order. HVAC systems have parts that will wear down over years of usage as well as parts that will collect dirt and debris which can cause all kinds of issues including the system to stop working properly. In order to avoid such mishaps, it is best to have a professional check your HVAC at least once per year but twice per year would be the best option. In the spring the unit should be checked so you can enjoy air conditioning all summer long and then again in the autumn to ensure you have heat.
Of course as a homeowner there are things you can do in between the time the professional checks your HVAC to ensure that all is in proper working order. You should check the outside air unit to make sure that dirt and debris has not clogged the filter, check your registers and vents for any dirt, check the pilot light on the furnace and ensure it is working correctly, and clean all dirt and debris from the closet or area around the furnace, to name a few.
A professional will be able to inspect your entire HVAC system including your air ducts to ensure that you are receiving the proper air flow as well as all parts are not worn. Some parts will need lubrication and others will just need a good cleaning, but if you are not sure the way to properly maintain your HVAC system, then it is best to talk with a professional. Once your HVAC repairman has completed the inspection you can ask more about routine maintenance that you can do on your own to extend the life of your HVAC.
A HVAC professional will be able to explain the simple things you can do such as cleaning certain parts and what type of lubrication is needed on the various parts to ensure proper working order. Caring for these expensive and necessary systems in your home will ensure that you and your family are cool in the summer and warm in the winter. Not only will your HVAC work properly, but you will extend the life of the system and save money in the long run. If you are looking for a professional, visit HVAC repair Burlington.
