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Your home’s HVAC unit is designed to work in high outside temperatures, but that doesn’t mean it’s entirely unaffected by heat. If you rely on your AC system heavily in the summer, you may wonder what happens to it in a heatwave. Below, Rochester Heating And Cooling, located in Spencerport, NY, shares the effects of heat on your HVAC system and ways to keep it running efficiently even on blazing hot days.

How Heat Affects Your HVAC

An air conditioning system uses a heat transfer method to draw hot air outside through its condenser coils and pours cool air into the home. If the outside temps match the heat coming off the coils, it won’t transfer as quickly. But there are some ways to minimize this problem.

Ways to Ease the Strain

HVACThis heat transfer process is especially difficult for your HVAC system if it doesn’t receive any airflow. If it’s blocked by shrubbery or is stashed underneath a deck, it will probably be less efficient. Clearing out vegetation and debris and making sure it has adequate ventilation will keep your HVAC system from working too hard.

Dirty compressor coils add another strain on air conditioning units in the summer. Dust and dirt add another layer of insulation and slow the heat transfer process. Your heating and cooling contractors can ensure the outside component is clean and working optimally during their regular service calls.

An air conditioner that’s working harder than it should is more likely to wear out prematurely. The trained professionals at Rochester Heating And Cooling can perform all the necessary maintenance to keep your HVAC system working for its full lifespan. They’ve been serving upstate New Yorkers with their home comfort systems and plumbing for more than 15 years. Call them today at (585) 458-3700 or visit their website to learn more about the services they offer.

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