Preparing Your HVAC System For Winter
As winter approaches, it’s important to make sure your HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) system is ready to keep you warm and comfortable. By preparing your HVAC system for winter, you can ensure that it runs efficiently, which can save you money on your energy bills and prevent unexpected breakdowns. Here’s a checklist of tasks to complete before the winter season arrives:
Check For Drafts
The first step in preparing your HVAC system for winter is to check for drafts in your home. You can do this by walking around your house and feeling for cool air near windows, doors, and other openings. If you find any drafts, seal them with weatherstripping or caulking. This will help keep warm air inside your home and prevent your HVAC system from working overtime.
Insulate Pipes
Insulating pipes can prevent them from freezing and bursting during the winter. Make sure to insulate any pipes that are located in unheated areas of your home, such as the attic, crawl spaces, storage rooms, basement, or garage. This can be done using foam insulation sleeves, which are easy to install and can be found at most home improvement stores or DIY home centers.
Schedule A Tune-up For Your Furnace Or Heat Pump
A tune-up for your furnace or heat pump can help ensure that it runs efficiently and safely during the winter. A professional HVAC technician at Oakes AC Services will inspect your system, clean the components, and make any necessary repairs or adjustments. This can improve your system’s performance, reduce the risk of breakdowns, and prolong its lifespan.
Change Air Filters
Changing air filters is an important maintenance task that should be done regularly throughout the year. However, it’s especially important to do so before the winter season arrives. A dirty or clogged air filter can reduce your system’s efficiency and cause it to work harder than it needs to. Make sure to replace your air filters according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Learn how to find and change your air filter in our blog article here.
Check The Thermostat
Make sure your thermostat is working properly before the winter season arrives. Test it by adjusting the temperature and making sure that your HVAC system responds accordingly. If you have an older thermostat, consider upgrading to a programmable one. This can help you save money on your energy bills by allowing you to set different temperatures for different times of the day.
Prepare Now and Save Now
Preparing your HVAC system for winter is an important task that can help ensure your comfort and safety throughout the season. By following this checklist, you can improve your system’s efficiency, reduce the risk of breakdowns, and save money on your energy bills. If you need help with any of these tasks, don’t hesitate to contact the professionals at Oakes AC Services at 919-368-8824 or www.oakesacservices.com and we’ll be happy to schedule a winter tune-up visit.
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