If you live in the Kingman, AZ area, you know just how cold these winter nights in Arizona can get. It’s important to make sure your home is prepared for winter weather. While we’re busy enjoying this last bit of time in the outdoor heat, be sure to follow these easy tips to get your HVAC unit ready for winter.
Visually Inspect Your Unit
Before the winter temperatures hit, you’ll want to visually inspect your unit. Make sure it has space and appears reasonably clean. Any vents on the unit or in your home should be cleaned and unblocked by any items. Again, you’ll want to contact a professional if you notice anything strange when you visually inspect your unit, such as leaks or strange noises open turning it on.
Change the Filter
Since the HVAC system is used more consistently during the warm months, its filter accumulates dust and other debris more quickly. If the filter becomes too clogged, that debris can work its way into your HVAC system, negatively impacting its ability to heat and cool your home. It will have to work harder, so your utility bills will go up. Stock up on filters, set a reminder, and change them out consistently for optimal performance.
Schedule Maintenance
HVAC systems last longer and function more efficiently when they are serviced on a regular basis. A good rule of thumb is to have your HVAC serviced twice a year: once before summer and once before winter. During a maintenance visit, the technician can check for minor issues and correct them before they spiral out of control. They will also clean and inspect your system to keep it in good working order.
Contact Greenway Heating & Cooling
Looking to prepare your heating unit for the cool winter months in Kingman, AZ? Contact our heating specialists at Greenway Heating & Cooling – we’ll be glad to help walk you through your options in order to get your HVAC unit working optimally.