As much as we enjoy the summertime, as it turns out, like most good things, the season must come to an end. With the warm season-ending and autumn arriving, temperatures begin to drop, which means as a homeowner, there are a few things you need to check off your list to prepare for the winter. With some helpful advice from the professionals at Blue Ash Furnace & Air Conditioning, here are some tips to prepare your home for the cold winter months here in Ohio.
Schedule Routine Furnace Inspections + Maintenance
Temperatures in Ohio fluctuate quite a bit, especially as the seasons change. Going back and forth from using your A/C and your furnace could cause wear and tear on your equipment. To ensure your house stays warm and cozy this winter, it is best to schedule annual routine maintenance to guarantee your equipment is clean and in good working condition.
Inspect Air Filters
When keeping your home cool during the summer, it becomes natural for you to change and inspect your air filters because you can immediately tell the difference. However, some folks don’t know that not keeping a clean air filter in your AC can cause your furnace to put in extra work to keep your home warm. When your equipment is working harder, energy bills begin to rise as well. By replacing your air filter when necessary in your AC, your furnace will work at its full potential while keeping your energy bills at a reasonable price.
Cover & Clean Your A/C Unit
It is best to start the winter season with a clean and covered AC, and what better time to do it than now as the seasons are changing. While it is still warm, you will be able to endure the outdoor weather when you clean and cover the outside of your unit. The first step to cleaning your equipment is cleaning and removing any debris, sticks, or leaves. Ensuring this space is clean will keep smaller animals from taking shelter in the winter, causing blockages, broken equipment, or chewed wires. The next step is to cover your equipment. Investing in a cover for your outdoor equipment will help prevent any inevitable damages from the winter season. Most hardware stores typically carry covers for outdoor units.
Schedule routine maintenance on your equipment before it’s too late!
Our Blue Ash Furnace & Air Conditioning professionals are always to answer any of your questions you may have about HVAC. Call us today (513) 216-5664, or schedule an appointment online now by clicking here!