The last thing you want is to discover your air conditioner is broken the first night you actually need it. After a long winter, Missouri residents should make sure their AC is in tip-top shape. Here are some tips from Daryl’s Heating & Air in Branson to help you ready your system for summer.

4 Ways to Get Your AC Ready This Summer

1. Upgrade Your Thermostat

Your thermostat helps regulate the temperature inside either a single room or throughout the entire home. If you’ve experienced fluctuating temperatures, or your system is outdated (for example, if you have an analog thermostat), consider upgrading your device.

Modern thermostats significantly cut cooling costs by allowing greater temperature control. You can program some with your smartphone, so you can control the temperature even when you’re not home.

2. Schedule a Tune-Up

Homeowners should schedule a professional maintenance appointment at least twice a year during the spring and fall. Your technician will inspect your AC for damage, clean your ductwork and vents, and check your thermostat’s efficiency.

3. Replace Your Air Filters

Avoid costly repairs or replacement by remembering to change your air filters. These screens remove dust, debris, pet dander, pollen and other contaminants, improving indoor air quality and helping your system run smoothly.

Air has a difficult time circulating through a clogged filter, forcing your AC to work overtime. Change or clean your filters every 60 to 90 days and at the onset of each new heating or cooling season.

4. Check for Leaks

Your air conditioner's condensation drain line transports moisture from your inside unit to lines near your outdoor unit. Leaks or blockage in this system can cause costly water damage.

The outdoor line should have water dripping from it, so a lack of moisture may indicate a blockage in the system. Pour a cup of household bleach into the line from the inside, then suck the clog out with a wet/dry vacuum. If this doesn’t solve the issue, call a local air conditioning repair service.

The best way to prepare your AC for summer is with a professional air conditioner inspection by Daryl’s Heating & Air. Their team of expert technicians has specialized in HVAC system repairs, installations, and maintenance in and around Branson for more than 32 years. Call (417) 335-2658  or visit online to learn more about their heating and air conditioning services.