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Air conditioners and furnaces are expensive to replace, so do all you can to make the current unit last as long as possible. This means forming healthy habits in how you use and care for the HVAC equipment. By avoiding these pitfalls, you can help the AC last for up to 15 years and most furnaces for up to 20.

Habits Your HVAC Contractor Wants You to Avoid

1. Leaving Dirty Filters

Your HVAC equipment's air filters strain dust and debris from the air before it flows through the heating or cooling system. This improves your air quality and keeps dust out of the machinery. However, if the filter is left too long without a replacement, it can become clogged and strangle the airflow. Change it every one to three months. Closing the vents and registers or packing objects around your equipment can have the same strangling effect, so keep the vents open and unobstructed.

2. Playing With the Thermostat

Your air conditioner or furnace accumulates a little more wear every time it turns on. If you're continually turning it on and off to change the temperature in your home, you'll wear it out quickly. On the other hand, if you set the thermostat to a more extreme temperature than your equipment can handle, it'll run 24/7, putting a different kind of strain on the system. Set the thermostat to a reasonable temperature and leave it there, then listen to make sure the equipment runs and turns off with moderate frequency.

3. Not Scheduling Maintenance

HVACWith complicated machines like air conditioners and furnaces, a small problem with one component will grow over time and cascade into issues with other parts. Regular maintenance gives your HVAC contractor a chance to catch these problems early, before they compound. This means less strain on the system as a whole.

 

If you want to schedule maintenance and extend the life of your HVAC equipment, schedule an appointment with Ashland Furnace Co. in Boyd County, KY. They have over 50 years of experience and offer 24/7 emergency repairs to keep your home comfortable. Explore their services online. For a free estimate, contact them at (606) 325-3211.

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