As the weather gets warmer, you’ll start using your air conditioner more frequently. For this reason, you should prepare your HVAC system for the spring and summer months ahead of time, so you won’t experience breakdowns or inefficiency when you need your unit the most. To help get your cooling system ready for warmer temperatures, use the following guide.

How to Get Your Air Conditioner Ready for Warm Weather

1. Replace the Filter

Even without use during the winter, your air conditioning filter may collect dust and debris. If this part clogs, it can make it harder for your HVAC system to pull air into the intake vent, which will waste energy and could cause premature breakdown. Throughout the spring and summer, replace your air filters at least once per month to ensure lasting benefits.

2. Schedule Duct Cleaning

If you have central cooling, your duct system carries air from the condenser to the rooms of your home. Similarly to filters, ducts collect dirt and debris over time, and they can clog just as quickly. To remove allergens and improve the quality of your indoor air, schedule professional cleaning services before the weather warms.

3. Upgrade the Thermostat

You likely don't think about your thermostat often, but it may be costing you money and wasting energy. By upgrading to a programmable model, you'll be able to fine-tune the temperatures in various zones of your home. For example, at night, you can program it to only cool the bedrooms, so you're not wasting energy changing the temperature throughout the house. Similarly, a smart thermostat will learn your living habits and automatically turn off when the home is empty.

4. Book a Maintenance Appointment

Before they get busy during the spring and summer, schedule an appointment with an HVAC contractor. When your unit has been idle for months, it could have developed some wear and tear you don't know about. Your technician will optimize efficiency by cleaning the coils and removing obstructions. Additionally, they’ll check the wires to prevent fire hazards.

Keep your HVAC system dependably operational throughout the year with help from the team at Mull Bros Inc. They offer air conditioning and furnace installations, repairs, maintenance, and replacements to homes and businesses throughout Hartford County, CT. Call (860) 529-8255 to book your annual upkeep appointment, and visit their website to learn more about how they can help keep your space comfortable.