4 Common Benefits of Regular HVAC Maintenance
Like your car and many appliances, heaters and air conditioners need regular maintenance to keep working well. A service technician can catch any problems early and increase your peace of mind. Here are some of the benefits of regular HVAC maintenance for your Fairdale, Kentucky, home.
Energy Savings
Many issues can waste energy and increase your utility bills. These include a clogged air filter, a malfunctioning thermostat, dirty ductwork, leaks in your ducts, refrigerant leaks, and more. You should get your air conditioner checked during the spring before you need to start using it. Also, have your heater inspected by a professional during the fall. That way, you can find out about problems like these and get them repaired before they become severe.
For optimal airflow, replace your air filter once per month. Make sure that no carpets or furniture block your air registers, and dust them regularly. Keep debris like grass clippings away from your outdoor unit, and trim nearby branches and shrubs. An expert can let you know when it is time to replace your HVAC system to save energy. If your heater or your air conditioner is more than a decade old, you may be able to conserve power and increase the value of your home by replacing it.
Better Indoor Air Quality
Along with saving energy, repairing issues can improve your home’s indoor air quality. Dirty ductwork or leaks in your ducts can spread contaminants throughout your home. A dirty air filter can also spread dirt, dust, pollen, biological growth, pet dander, and other pollutants instead of catching them. Reducing the amount of these substances in your home with regular HVAC maintenance will help you prevent dust and dirt on furniture and floors. It will also help you keep biological growth from damaging your walls, ceilings, or floors.
You can check for dirty ducts by removing one of your air registers and looking for dirt or debris. However, a professional should clean your ductwork and repair any leaks. Special equipment is often needed, and inexperienced homeowners could miss a source of pollutants or cause additional damage.
Comfort
Poor indoor air quality often leads to bad smells. Contaminants in your home’s air can also cause asthma or allergy symptoms, sore throats, nosebleeds, eye irritation, rashes, and other health problems. Noises from loose ducts, pests, or parts that need replacement can annoy your family members and keep them from sleeping well. You may hear whistling, rattling, or screeching sounds.
Poor airflow reduces the amount of conditioned air that can travel through your ductwork from your indoor air handler. If some rooms often feel too warm or cold, you could have an issue with your HVAC system or your ductwork. Regular HVAC maintenance will make everyone in your home more comfortable.
Lower Costs
When you catch problems early, they won’t have a chance to worsen and impact your utility bills, your comfort, and your indoor air quality. You can extend your HVAC system’s life and prevent inconvenient, uncomfortable breakdowns.
The Preferred Customer Plan from One Choice Mechanical, LLC can save you thousands of dollars by preventing an inconvenient failure. You’ll get two inspections from an expert per year, discounts on installations and repairs, and at least a one-year warranty on parts. A plan with unlimited service calls is also available. When your system gets close to the end of its life, you’ll have plenty of time to shop for an efficient replacement instead of making a hasty decision because of a breakdown. You’ll also get lots of useful advice from our knowledgeable technicians.
One Choice Mechanical, LLC is a Trane Comfort Specialist dealer with years of heating and cooling experience. We can help you maintain your HVAC system, make repairs, or install a new unit. We provide free estimates for new installations, and our goal is to provide 100 percent satisfaction for our customers. For outstanding, friendly service, call us anytime at (502) 242-8204.
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