With the change of season, there comes the opportunity to refresh your home, clear the clutter, and start fresh. While nothing can replace dusting, vacuuming, and donating, there’s one more step most people don’t consider: cleaning the HVAC system. The system works hard all year, and spring is an excellent time to contact your HVAC contractor for maintenance. Here’s how you can care for the heating, cooling, and ventilation systems as part of your spring routine.

HVAC Contractor’s Top Spring Cleaning Tips

1. Change the Filter

You can have the most spotless surfaces in the neighborhood, but that doesn’t mean much if your air filter is dirty. By replacing the filter at least once every three months, you can minimize dust mites in bedrooms and enjoy cleaner air. Part of the reason you spring clean is to improve the quality of your environment. Changing the filter reduces the contaminants that you can’t see—and that’s an important way to make sure you’re living in a healthy space.

2. Check the Exhausts

Exhaust fans in bathrooms aren’t usually high on the list of areas to clean. This spring, tackle those neglected spots by giving the exhaust a good cleaning. This improves its efficiency and airflow. If you have a range hood in the kitchen, make sure it’s clean, so it properly ventilates the space and doesn’t impede your home’s air quality.

3. Call for Maintenance

While there are several steps you can take to improve the home’s overall air quality, it’s best to contact an HVAC contractor for truly effective assistance with your heating and air system. They’ll inspect the outside equipment and eliminate dirt and debris that could result in increased utility bills and unnecessary strain on the air conditioning unit. They’ll also detect any blockages in the ducts that could lead to excessive energy consumption.

Spring cleaning involves more than dusting and vacuuming. Give your entire home the attention it needs by contacting the HVAC contractors at C & S Heating & Cooling. Based in Wentzville, MO, the family-owned business inspects air conditioning units and home heating systems. They’ll make sure everything is in working order before the season starts. Visit the website call (636) 327-4238 to schedule an appointment.