Is your AC unit struggling to maintain a comfortable environment for you and your family?
We all want to keep our homes at pleasant temperatures all year long, especially in the summer months. Sometimes it becomes challenging when your air conditioner starts struggling with efficiency and starts giving you unexpected problems. HVAC systems can become less energy-efficient over time for multiple reasons.
These issues may include:
- Dirty Filters
- Thermostat Malfunctions
- Furnace Noise
- Tripped Breakers
- Dirty Condensers
- Water Leaks
- Older unit (equipment is getting old)
- Ice on Compressor
- Energy bills increasing
Some of these problems require an HVAC technician since many homeowners are not familiar with how the system works and how to maintain it. We are here to resolve the efficiency issues of your HVAC unit.
At Gilman Cooling & Heating, we offer complete residential and commercial heating and cooling services throughout Lee, Collier, and Charlotte County, Florida. Our services range from installations to routine maintenance. We have a fully-trained professional team to do it all for you. We provide ALL the technical solutions to fix your HVAC issues that lower the performance of your system.
Read on for a few tips that our experts recommend to maintain the longevity and performance of your system:
1. Clean the Air Filters
If you clean and change filters regularly, it will improve the efficiency of your system by up to 15 percent. If you’re not comfortable doing it yourself, you can book an appointment with us to inspect your unit and clean the air filters.
2. Increase the Temperature on Your Thermostat
We highly recommend you set your thermostat a few degrees higher to save some money on your electricity bills. Typically, adjusting the temperature can help you save both energy and money. Ask us about the benefits of a programmable thermostat, which can be adjusted automatically from your smart device.
3. Remove any obstructions
An important tip, be sure to remove any obstructions near your outside unit. All you need to do is to spend some time once a year to keep the plants and other objects away from the unit. You may seek help from our professionals to check for obstructions, like insects, clumps of dust, etc.
4. Change Fuses
The longevity of your AC unit depends upon the lifespan of fuses. As the fuses have a short lifespan, so replacing them is a necessity for system efficiency. You can make an appointment with our technicians after few months to check and replace your fuses.
We recommended you not try this yourself, as you can get injured or disrupt the power supply to your home.
5. Make an appointment with an HVAC expert
Finally, we recommend you hire our certified technicians for regular inspections and maintenance. We provide heating and cooling services throughout Lee, Collier, and Charlotte County, Florida, and can detect and repair any problems that may be making your system less efficient.
Trust our team for all your HVAC needs in Southwest Florida!
