Comfort Express - Maintenance Tips

Maintenance Tips

As you probably know, heating and cooling your home is your biggest energy cost. But with proper maintenance and with a few energy-efficient tips you can cut your energy bills significantly.

Air Conditioner System Checks

Before you turn on your air conditioner every year you should follow the basic maintenace tips below to ensure your air conditioner is in good working order.

Be sure your condensing unit outside is not covered up and is clear of brush. The unit needs to draw air into the system to cool inside. The top of the unit should have clearance from anything overhead including eaves, deck, etc.

Turn on your air conditioner a few days before you really need it. That way if you have any problems you will have enough time to schedule a service call to get your unit fixed.

Change your filters regularly. Dirty filters restrict air flow, reducing efficiency or can cause the evaporator to ice up.

Clean any obstructions such as newspaper, leaves, etc. from around the unit.

Listen for odd sounds when your cooling system kicks on. If you hear anything unusual, get in touch with your service professional so you can head off problems before they become serious.

Be sure the thermostat is set in the cooling mode. Just setting the dial below room temperature will not activate the air conditioning if it is set in the heat mode.

If your air conditioner does not come on after switching the thermostat to cooling and adjusting the temperature setting, check the breaker in your circuit panel. The air conditioner and heat pump needs a seperate breaker than the furnace, so you may not be getting power to the unit even if there is air blowing out of the vents.

Maintenance Scheduling

Schedule a maintenance service call before the cooling season starts. If there are any problems with your system, it’s better to find out before it’s hot outside!
Using our computer system, we can schedule as far in advance as you like to get the day that fits your schedule.

Filters

Replace your heating and cooling air filters every month that they’re in use. Operating your system with old, dirty filters means energy is wasted and your system may even be damaged. While you’re at it, check and clean the filters in your home’s air cleaners and humidifiers.

Email us and we will send you a filter reminder magnet.

Registers
Clean registers, return grilles, baseboard heaters and radiators regularly. And make sure they aren’t blocked by furniture, rugs or drapes. Adequate air flow is critical to the life of your equipment as well as comfort.