Good HVAC installation and maintenance help your system provide adequate heating and cooling. Maintaining your unit keeps it working efficiently, improves the climate conditions of your home, and prolongs its lifespan. Below are some ways to increase the lifespan of your HVAC system.
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HVAC Servicing and Maintenance
To prolong the lifespan of your HVAC system, carry out yearly maintenance, which involves inspection, cleaning, and tune-up. Perform AC maintenance in spring to get it ready for the warmer months. As for the furnace, service it during the last months of summer to prepare it for the cold season. General HVAC system maintenance and servicing include cleaning the air filters, testing the condenser drain tube, inspecting the refrigerant charge, and testing the heat exchanger. Annual servicing and maintenance enhance your system’s safety, efficiency, and lifespan.
Clean or Replace Air Filters
HVAC air filters trap dust, dirt, and any other debris that may find its way into the system. These substances could accumulate and block the filters over time. Clogged filters have to work harder than normal and eventually reduce efficiency. Cleaning the filter helps clear buildups and restore the efficiency of your filters. However, replacement may be a better option than cleaning when the filters get too dirty. Your HVAC installation technician should inspect the filters and decide whether to clean or replace them.
Improve Home Insulation
Lack of proper insulation in your home can cause air infiltration, which makes it difficult for the system to regulate the indoor climate. This leads to your HVAC system working harder than it should, which reduces its durability. It may be useful to upgrade the insulation in your walls or attic so that the temperature does not fluctuate as much. Insulating windows and doors also plays a role in energy efficiency. Having good insulation means the HVAC system does not have to work as hard to combat the outdoor climate. This can help to prevent wear and tear on the equipment and increase its lifespan.
Don’t Overwork Your HVAC System
Setting the thermostat levels below the outside temperature results in an overworking HVAC system. The unit might keep running all day to keep up with the outside temperature. This may lead to a shorter lifespan of your unit. Your technician should install a programmable thermostat to provide a reasonable temperature setting and avoid overworking the system. HVAC systems with the ‘on’ fan settings run constantly, making it work harder than necessary. Get a system with an ‘auto’ fan setting so that it only operates when it needs to provide heating or cooling.
Hire HVAC Installations Technicians
Opting for DIY HVAC installation and servicing may result in damage to your system and shorten its lifespan. Work with professional HVAC technicians who carry out thorough inspections of your unit. The technicians can help improve the unit’s efficiency and protect it from malfunctioning. They also prioritize the safety of their customers by using the best equipment for installation and maintenance. When they’re done with the work, they can provide maintenance and usage tips that help prolong the lifespan of your HVAC system.
