Staying ahead of HVAC problems is the best way to keep your home or business running smoothly year round, and there's no substitute for thorough heating and air conditioning maintenance. Residents in the Tulsa Metro area have been counting on Tom Hundley Heating & Cooling for all that and more for the past 36 years, thanks in no small part to their certified staff members who always get the job done right. And with the heat of summer fast approaching, they say there's no better time than now to make sure you have all the right tasks lined up on your personal maintenance checklist.  

Top 3 Heating & Air Conditioning Maintenance Musts

1. Filter Selection & Replacement

Heating and air conditioning maintenance should begin with selecting the best filter for your unit. Take factors like filter capacity, material, and efficiency rating into consideration, and check and replace them on a regular basis. In the case of the latter, it depends on the kind of dirt load you're dealing with, but many systems will run efficiently with the filters changed every three to six months. 

2. Air Duct Cleaning

While you won't need to have your HVAC system's air ducts cleaned as often as you replace the filters, that doesn't make the process any less important. Depending on how well maintained your system is and how much use your building gets, plan to clean your ducts about once every two years. 

3. Evaporator & Condenser Maintenance

Many aspects of HVAC system maintenance come down to preventing mold growth, and that includes cleaning and maintaining the coils in the evaporator and condenser. Thanks to frequently damp conditions, mold can easily thrive on these components, so you should also have a professional treat the coils after cleaning to further prevent bacterial damage. 

Keeping these items at the top of your heating and air conditioning maintenance checklist is a great way to avoid expensive repairs in the future. For help in the Tulsa Metro area, get in touch with the HVAC experts at Tom Hundley Heating & Cooling. Call them at (918) 455-5993 to make a service appointment, and check out their website for more information on their residential and commercial services.