Fall is On the Way: Time to Inspect Your HVAC

With the start of a new school year, the slightly cooler morning breeze hints that fall and milder temperatures are on the way in Georgia. In just a matter of weeks, the leaves will begin to change. But it’s not unusual for high temperatures in the 80s in the early fall, so it is important to keep your air conditioner functioning properly, or you’ll be calling one of the AC repair services in Braselton, GA, instead.

Keep it Clean

Poor performance is not uncommon when ACs haven’t had the benefit of regular maintenance. Whether you have a window unit or a full HVAC system, it’s important to call a professional to check and clean your unit regularly--at least once yearly. Most people know to clean the filter on window units, but there are other areas to watch. The coil fins on window units bend easily and affect the AC’s performance if they are damaged. If you see a number of bent coil fins, call a professional to see if they can be repaired. Consider using a protective covering or removing the unit during colder months to prevent damage from inclement weather.

The area around the outdoor component of an HVAC unit must be kept free of vegetation and debris to allow it to do its job. Wires and controls should be checked for damage on all aspects of the unit, on both indoor and outdoor components. For forced heating and cooling systems, vacuum the registers regularly to prevent dust buildup and blockages that could damage your HVAC unit.

Inspection Time

Some homeowners and businesses put off HVAC service until major problems emerge. However, this can result not only in costly repairs but the failure of your equipment. Regular inspections and maintenance by a professional HVAC service can extend the service life of your system and ensure there are no minor issues that could become major ones.

This is a great time of year to have your HVAC system serviced and inspected. If you don’t yet have a service provider, hiring one for maintenance purposes allows you to check out the customer service and professional capabilities of a provider in a non-emergency situation. Check for 24/7 service availability, and find out if the company offers the convenience of a preventative maintenance program. Some AC repair services in Braselton, GA, offer not only tune-ups of your system every year, but they document maintenance tasks and check for warranty protection.