Summer is just about done! This means it’s now time to get ready for the next chapter of the season. For a lot of us, this means it’s time for back-to-school preparations! There are many preparations that go into being back-to-school ready. Thus, we want to make sure your HVAC system doesn’t get forgotten in the process! You may be scratching your head at this point, wondering how your HVAC system has anything to do with back-to-school preparations. We know it can be a little crazy trying to get everything in tip-top shape, so Blue Ash Furnace & Air Conditioning is here to discuss the best methods you can enforce to ensure your HVAC system has a smooth transition as you ring in a new school year this fall!
Ask yourself the following questions:
Did I Set My Thermostat’s New Temperature & Schedule?
With a new schedule forming this fall, your kids will be on a different schedule to wake up earlier for school, so your whole family will be adjusting to the pace of your new routine. Whether you work in your office or work remotely at home, with the kids back at school, there will now be fewer people at home. This means your HVAC system will be required to work less with less body heat in the house. For this reason, it would be a wise idea to look for an updated energy-efficient temperature to leave your thermostat set on in the daytime.
Fortunately, this should be easy if you have a programmable or smart thermostat. With smart or programmable thermostats, you can set a new temperature to coincide with the timeframes that you and your family will be at home. This first step on our back-to-school to-do list is simple and a breeze, but performing this simple step will make a huge difference in your system’s energy consumption, thus optimizing your system’s efficiency.
Did I Inspect the Outdoor Unit?
Keep in mind that when summer days were in full force, plant, weed, and vegetation growth were a real thing! Overgrowth and plant vegetation can also grow around your outdoor unit – the compressor. We’ve said it before, and we will say it again, but the compressor’s vicinity must be kept clear of any obstructions and plant overgrowth. These can compromise the compressor’s ability to work correctly. Therefore, before the fall is in full effect, you should give this area a once over before school starts back up! Those first few weeks of the start of the school year can prove quite a challenge. The last thing you want is for your compressor to stop working on you suddenly!
Did I Change the Air Filter?
Don’t discount what a clean filter can do! A new school year is an exciting time, but it also is a signal of school germs and fall sicknesses lying ahead. Typically, air filters should be changed every 30-60 days; however, starting the year with a clean slate is never a bad idea! You can be proactive and switch out your filter beforehand. That way, when you get caught up in the business of transitioning into the school year, your air filter won’t be neglected in the process! Air filters are vital components of your HVAC system. They work by removing dust, loose particles, and pollutants from the air. This essential step is accomplished before your HVAC system distributes the air throughout your home. Ultimately, it is this method that will greatly reduce the risk of bacteria infiltration and viruses in your household. It also reduces the extra stress that can sometimes be placed on your system with an overloaded air filter.
Did I Think About Using an Air Purification System?
Still, thinking about all those germs? Okay, well, we didn’t mean to worry you. But it’s a matter of fact that this time of year brings out all the previously dormant germs. And kids will be kids, and germs will spread. Unfortunately, you may not be able to control the germs your kids are exposed to at school or even prevent yourself from being exposed to them at work, but you can stop bacteria and viruses from overtaking your home! Say “no” to these unwanted germs with the iWave-R. The iWave-R is a home air purification system that we highly recommend because of its high success rate of 99.4%. The iWave-R uses needlepoint ionization to eradicate viruses and other airborne bacteria. If you have more questions or would like further information on this self-cleaning air purification system, please call us!
Did I Schedule My Fall Maintenace Check?
Finally, the last step we want to go over is to not forget about your seasonal tune-up & safety check this fall! Your fall maintenance check is crucial for proper preventative maintenance. Your system’s furnace should be scheduled for its seasonal maintenance check at the beginning of the fall season. When you schedule an appointment with us, one of our highly qualified NATE-certified technicians will be sent to your home and perform a thorough inspection of your furnace. Because remember that your furnace hasn’t been running for months, so it needs to be checked to ensure everything is running as it should be and is up to par with current safety regulations. A tune-up and safety check are highly recommended to guarantee that you, your home, and your family are set up for a season of warmth and comfort.
If you want our help or have more questions as you prepare your HVAC system for the fall, Blue Ash Furnace & Air Conditioning would feel privileged to aid you! So, if you still need to book your fall maintenance check, we can help you! Perhaps you are considering a home purification system, we can help with that too. Don’t push it off any further; the fall season gets busy around here! Call us at (513) 216-5664, or schedule an appointment online now by clicking here! And last but not least, we wish you the greatest school year to date!