As the Arizona summer approaches, ensure your air conditioning system is ready to keep you comfortable despite extreme temperatures. In this climate, an insufficient air conditioner can be a hazard to your comfort and health.
However, completing simple maintenance tasks before the heat really sets in can help your cooling system operate optimally, minimizing the risk of a breakdown.
Replace Your Air Filters
Maintaining and preparing your HVAC system any time of year starts with regularly changing your HVAC air filter. Clogged or dirty filters put unnecessary strain on your cooling system and increase the number of airborne contaminants in your home, lowering your overall indoor air quality.
We recommend you change or clean your air filters at least every three months and more often if you have pets.
Remove Debris Around the Outdoor Unit
Your air conditioner’s compressor, the part of the unit that’s outside your home, can become blocked with debris like leaves, pine needles, and sticks.
You should clean around the condenser by removing this debris, ideally before using your air conditioner for the first time each year. Just be sure the system is turned off before cleaning the condenser.
Check for Air Leaks
To ensure your conditioned air remains inside your home, examine your home’s ducts, windows, and doors to identify any air leaks.
If your windows and doors are older and drafty, you may consider investing in modern, energy-efficient options that will better insulate your home and help keep your energy bills down.
If you have leaking ducts, Penguin Air, Plumbing & Electrical offers duct sealing that can get your system back in top working order.
Install a Smart Thermostat
With a smart thermostat, you can adjust the temperature just as you would with a manual thermostat, but with the added benefit of doing so from your mobile device.
A smart thermostat provides precise temperature control, so you don’t have to waste money cooling empty rooms. You can bump up the thermostat a few degrees when you’re away and set it to adjust to your preferred temperature by the time you return.
Schedule Professional Air Conditioning Maintenance
The experienced professionals at Penguin can tune up your air conditioner before the hottest months of the year to ensure it is ready to take on the heat.
We’ll thoroughly examine your HVAC system and repair any small issues before they become bigger problems.
Annual air conditioning maintenance helps maximize your unit’s life span, so you don’t have to worry about a premature replacement.
Trust Penguin for All Your Air Conditioning Service Needs
Your neighbors trust us to provide the exceptional cooling and customer service they need, which is why we’re the team to call when you need central air, ductless air conditioning, or heat pump services in the Phoenix area.
We even offer the Penguin Plan, the ultimate home maintenance membership for hassle-free annual tune-ups and additional perks, such as:
- Free service calls
- Repair and installation discounts
- Priority scheduling for emergency services
Call (480) 550-9943 or contact Penguin online to schedule air conditioning maintenance today!