If you’re set up on a maintenance plan for your heating and cooling system at your Summerfield, Florida, home, you’re doing your part to help extend the life of your unit and protecting the valuable components. When your HVAC technician arrives for the routine maintenance service, here are a few questions you can ask to make the most of the appointment. Doing so can also help to ensure comfort throughout the changing seasons.
Do I Need a New Thermostat?
The thermostat connects to your heating and cooling system and gives you more control over the temperature in the home. If you don’t have a programmable thermostat, it’s time for an upgrade. Setting the temperature for certain days of the week can help you save energy since you won’t have to adjust it constantly before you leave for the day or when you arrive home from work each evening.
If you’re looking for a tech-friendly option, ask your technician about smart thermostats. These units offer impressive features like energy usage tracking and automatic adjustments based on your habits as well as the temperature outside.
What Does the Noise I Hear from the HVAC Mean?
If your heating or cooling system is making any strange noises when it operates, talk to your technician about the sounds during your maintenance service. Some sounds are normal but loud thumping, grinding, squealing, or banging noises can indicate that something has come loose or worn out within the unit. If the noise is very loud and concerning, you may want to call a technician to come take a look before your next maintenance appointment.
How Often Should I Replace the Air Filter?
Some HVAC technicians offer air filter replacement as part of the maintenance service, while others leave that up to the homeowner to handle. Ask your technician whether they are replacing the filter. If not, you may want to inquire about how often to swap out the filter for optimal efficiency and performance.
Schedule your maintenance service and join the Sun Kool Air Conditioning, Inc. Kool Club by calling (352) 330-1067.
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