From sporting events to fun festivals, summers in St. Louis, Missouri are packed with fun and excitement. On the flip side, the muggy weather can make you long for air-conditioning. So after the fun is over, you want to come back to a cool home, and for that, your AC should run optimally. Having your AC checked out by our professional before the summer heat hits ensures that any issue may be dealt with swiftly and your AC can be in top shape. This summer HVAC maintenance is crucial for ensuring your comfort all summer long.
In this post, we explain the summer HVAC maintenance checks that our heating and air conditioning professionals perform and how these help prepare your system for summer. For more information or to schedule your spring HVAC maintenance, call us at 314-993-1110 today.
How To Maintain Your AC in Time for Summer
If you are looking to get your system ready for summer, make sure that you perform these crucial summer HVAC maintenance checks:
Replace Your Filter
The more you use your AC, the more you should change your filter. If it has been a month or more since your last filter replacement, it may be time to change the filter. With regular filter replacement, you won’t have to worry about dust or dirt restricting airflow and preventing your home from cooling to the desired temperature.
Clean Condenser Coils
AC condenser coils release heat from your HVAC outside. Cleaning the condenser coils in spring will let your air conditioner run more efficiently. Start by trimming foliage near the unit as falling leaves and bits of branches can collect on top of the AC. Ensure there are no plants in the two feet of space surrounding the unit to allow for proper air flow.
Next, remove any large debris from the coils with your hand, spray the coils down to loosen dirt and apply a foaming coil cleaner while the coils are still wet. If you are not sure how to access the condenser coils and clean them correctly, have our HVAC technician perform thorough summer HVAC summer maintenance and cleaning.
Upgrade To a Smart Thermostat
If you don’t have one, consider installing a smart thermostat. With a smart thermostat, you can set your HVAC system to automatically cool your home to the exact temperature you want. You can also program automatic adjustments based on when you are home or away, ensuring comfort and energy-efficiency. You can make changes and control your thermostat on your smart phone, tablet, or a voice-controlled personal assistant like Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
Ensure That Vents are Unblocked
Making sure that airflow is not obstructed in any way is another important part of any summer HVAC maintenance. Check that every vent, register, and return air grille is open and unblocked. Move furniture and other items away from the vents and grilles and clean air vents to let air freely circulate through the ducts and into the surrounding air.
Get Summer HVAC Maintenance from the Experts
Galmiche and Sons has over 70 years of experience providing summer HVAC maintenance to St. Louis residents. To ensure your system is ready for summer, spring or early summer is ideal for AC maintenance. To learn more about our HVAC services or schedule your appointment, call us at 314-993-1110 or contact our heating and air conditioning professionals online.
