3 Tips to Protect Your Cooling System

If you’re enjoying a newer HVAC unit, you might be wondering exactly how long your investment will continue to output perfectly cool air. The truth is that much of your system’s performance depends upon how well you maintain it. As we’re now well into the cooling season, this is a great time check the efficiency of your AC system and consider installing high-performance auxiliary units that boost comfort without negatively impacting your utility bill.

Here’s how to do it:

Don’t wait for a breakdown.
Now is the time to inspect your AC unit for any signs of overworking or underperformance. Does it sound different? Does your home seem to have decreased air quality or excessive humidity? If you answer yes to any of these questions, have a professional take a look.

Look at mini-splits.
If you feel a difference in temperature when you walk from room to room, you can achieve more uniform cooling by installing ductless mini-split air conditioners in your home. These are compact units that can be installed throughout your home to more evenly and efficiently cycle cool air into every space.

Get a programmable thermostat.
Never wait to fix a broken thermostat. Have a professional install a programmable model and you’ll both solve current problems and prevent new issues from forming. Today’s new thermostats can be programmed to automatically raise the temperature when you’re sleeping or out of the house, and then lower the temperature whenever you’re home and awake.

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