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Keeping Your HVAC System in Good Shape This Winter

It’s important to maintain your HVAC system to ensure it stays in good condition during the colder months of the year. There are several effective ways to do this, and they’re not difficult. Choosing to skip maintenance or put off necessary repairs will only negatively affect your HVAC system’s performance and cause it to break down prematurely. If this happens during the winter season, you’ll be forced to pay for costly repairs!

Here our heating and air conditioning experts at Perfect Degree HVAC share some useful tips for taking care of your HVAC system this season:

Clear unwanted debris. The outdoor unit of your HVAC system, as well as the intake/exhaust pipes, are exposed to debris such as ice, snow, soot buildup, leaves and small branches. These can easily reduce your system’s efficiency and even contribute to carbon monoxide buildup if they’re not cleared out properly. Make sure to remove anything that could keep your outdoor HVAC unit and external pipes from ventilating your home.

Maintain your HVAC system. Don’t even think about skipping your HVAC system’s annual maintenance this year, as you want to keep it running efficiently throughout its expected lifespan. Be sure your system’s checked by a heating repair and replacement technician before the year ends to ensure it runs smoothly and efficiently throughout the winter season. Routine maintenance also validates your system’s warranty and reduces the chance of unexpected breakdowns occurring during the winter season.

Clean/replace your filter. This is one of the easiest ways to maintain your HVAC system, as well as one of the most crucial, because the filter keeps unwanted dirt, dust and pollutants from infiltrating your home’s indoor air. Make certain to check your filter regularly and clean/replace it when needed. A clogged filter will reduce efficiency and consume more energy as more air is pumped through the system, and will also compromise your home’s indoor air quality.

As one of the best HVAC contractors in the area, Perfect Degree HVAC is the only name to trust for your heating and cooling needs. Call us at (610) 529-7372 or fill out our online contact form today! 

Jennifer Woodruff

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