With the fall season quickly approaching, you’ll need to start preparing your HVAC system. To get your HVAC system ready for fall, there are several things you should do. Failing to properly maintain your HVAC system before and during the fall season could result in a system failure.
To ensure your HVAC continues working all throughout the months of fall, be sure to continue reading our guide below. Here’s everything you need to know about caring for an HVAC system during the fall season.
Remember to Program Your Thermostat
As cooler weather begins to set in, it’s a good time to start adjusting the settings on your thermostat. Because there are lots of changes to the weather during this time, having a smart thermostat can really come in handy. A smart thermostat can change the temperature inside your home based on the outside temperature.
These thermostats also allow you to make changes to the temperature from your smartphone, no matter where you are. If you forget to put the temperature up before leaving, then you can easily do so on your phone. You’ll save money and prevent your HVAC system from overworking.
Switch Out the Filter
If you haven’t already replaced your HVAC filter, then now is a great time to do so. Outside debris will build up in your HVAC’s filter. If it’s not switched out when needed, then it can have a negative effect on your HVAC system’s efficiency.
The system will have to work harder, causing an increase in your energy bills. Switch out the filter now to give your system a new, clean filter for the fall season.
Remove Debris From the Outside Unit
Different debris can accumulate around your HVAC system’s outside unit as well. It’s even more essential to remove debris from around your unit before and during fall because there will be more of it during this season. Check around the unit for twigs, branches, leaves, and other debris.
Clear all of it away from the unit and check it on a regular basis. A unit surrounded by different debris must work harder to maintain the temperature indoors, which isn’t good for the health of your unit or your pockets.
Schedule a Professional Tune-up
Regular professional maintenance is important if you want your system to last you for many years. Fall is the ideal time to schedule a professional tune-up because it’s in between the two most harsh seasons (summer and winter). A fall tune-up will make sure your HVAC unit withstood the summer months without damage and is ready to withstand the harsh winter months without error.
It’s Time to Get Your HVAC Ready for Fall
Now that fall is here, it’s time to get your HVAC ready for fall and the harsh winter months to come. Use all of the helpful information given in this guide above to ensure you’re prepared.
Then, contact Sewell Electric and HVAC. We’re a family-owned team that specializes in the installation, repair, and servicing of heating and air conditioning units and more! Schedule an appointment today to see how we can help you.
