Many tasks throughout your home can be done sufficiently by all you “Do-It-Yourselfers”; although, there are also many tasks that should be done by certified professionals in order to reduce any chance of a physical danger or damage to machines caused by inexperienced handling.
Do It Yourself (DIY) Heating and Cooling System Maintenance.
It is a great idea to take care of some aspects of your heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system yourself. A homeowner can make sure their system is operating efficiently by reducing any HVAC system’s energy consumption, and temperature consistency. The most basic of these tasks is to replace the filters every three months. Replacing the filters will reduce clogging and keep the system from over-exerting itself. Some thermostats even have a built-in alert system letting you know it is time to replace these filters.
Other basic tasks that can be performed by the homeowner include checking the thermostat and the sensors. Checking these two things will let the homeowner know how well their system is performing and whether or not they need to call a licensed professional to inspect and/or perform any necessary repairs noticed by the homeowner.
Calling A Professional
Aside from checking the filters, thermostat, and sensors, there are other aspects of your system that will require a certified technician to inspect/repair your HVAC system. Central cooling units tend to require a professional’s experience because of the many sealed components and parts that are hard to reach without the proper knowledge and tools.
On top of having a professional come take a look at your HVAC system, you can alert him/her to the results of your own inspection and direct the technician to that pesky sensor or thermostat issue you noticed. This can help the technician understand what you are experiencing and fix everything you noticed while at the same time letting you know what to keep an eye out for in the future.
Your Own HVAC Schedule
Ensuring your HVAC unit is running smoothly is a very important. It can save you money and time. Having a schedule laid out for the future will help you to perform all the necessary DIY maintenance and inspections that need to be done regularly. Depending on your own system, the climate, you live in, and the personal comfort you prefer your system will have its own schedule for performing these tasks.
Alpine Temperature Control is proud to serve Southern Utah and help homeowners create a schedule that fits their system and lifestyle perfectly. Call us at 435-673-5746 or contact us online to inspect your HVAC system and create your HVAC schedule today.
