Lowering your home’s levels of dust and debris is a great way to improve the performance of an air conditioner. Here are a few spring-cleaning tips that can make your air conditioning system more efficient.
Clean Underneath Vent Covers
Dust that gets under vent covers can block airflow, which can render your system less efficient. Fortunately, it’s easy to remove this dust by simply taking the cover off and inserting a vacuum cleaner hose into the duct to remove the dust.
Clean Carpets
Dust and debris often accumulates in carpets. The dust can find its way into vents for your HVAC system, which will reduce its efficiency.
Remove Obstructions
If furniture or other items are blocking AC vents, the efficiency of the system can be reduced along with the airflow. Removing the obstructions can greatly improve the efficiency of the system for a particular room.
Dust Closets and Shelves
Dust can accumulate on just about any closet or shelf. Fortunately, removing this dust is an easy way to potentially increase the efficiency of your AC system.
Change the Filters
It is important to change your AC system’s filters regularly. Most HVAC units will need new filters every 30 t0 90 days. Thus, spring cleaning offers a perfect opportunity to change the filters.
Install a Smart Thermostat
A smart thermostat can make almost any HVAC system more efficient, and these devices are compatible with almost all units. In addition to improving efficiency, they also make it possible to control your home’s temperature from afar.
Remove Debris From Outdoor Units
If you have an outdoor AC system, it is important to remove sticks and other debris that accumulates on the exterior. In addition, the unit should be cleaned to remove debris that has gotten into the system itself. This debris can block intake airflow, which means that your system will have to run longer to cool your home.
Have the System Inspected
A full system inspection will identify areas where air could be leaking from ducts, which could decrease the system’s efficiency. Also, the ductwork can be cleaned, and this will make the system more efficient. In addition, the system’s mechanical components will be examined. If anything is not working correctly, your unit’s efficiency will be reduced. Fortunately, malfunctioning parts will be identified during an inspection and can be replaced.
Give Us a Call
While ordinary spring cleaning can help to make your AC system more efficient, a professional AC system cleaning will be even more effective. If you need your AC system cleaned in Colorado Springs, CO, get in touch with our team at Peak Home Performance today!
