How to Maintain your AC in the winter
Date: 2022-02-01
With the ferocity of the winter in Nepal, many of us are left wondering about how we can take care of our ACs. For those with all-season ACs, the cold presents different debacles. Today, we will answer all your concerns with exactly how you can maintain your AC for the winter.
- Check and Change Air Filter
During the summer, it’s a lot easier to remember to change your air filter but come winter, your memory freezes over. When you’re using your AC regularly it’s best to change your HVAC air filters every 90 days. Although this might not feel like an important task, the quality of your HVAC Air filters plays a significant role in the performance of your AC and the comfort of your AC during chilly winter nights.
- Coil Cleaning
Coil cleaning is just as important as changing your air filter, make sure to check for damage on your coils and clean them regularly. Being negligent about this task can ruin the cozy warmth you’re expecting in the winter. You can mix up plain detergent with some water and spray it onto your evaporator coils, after they loosen up you can wipe off the debris and your HVAC system will be as good as new. If you’re looking to make more of an investment you can easily find self-rinsing evaporator oil in the market.
- Check your thermostat settings
You’re going to need to change your thermostat settings in the winter to reduce the cooling functions and amp up the heating functions. It works best if you have a programmable thermostat that will serve your needs precisely. Make sure you have fresh batteries in your thermostat for uninterrupted warmth. If you’re concerned about your utility bills it’s also smart to adjust your thermostat accordingly when you’re at work or running errands.
- Avoid Big Temperature Changes
During mild winter days, it’s often pleasant enough to open up your windows and let some sunlight in. If there are consistent temperature changes throughout the day, your AC might work better when you shut it down when it’s a little warm. Drastic temperature changes make your AC overwork which compromises the overall performance of your system. So if you’re experiencing mild winter days. Shut off your AC and turn it on again when the temperature lowers. This will make sure that your HVAC system is working at its full potential when you need it the most.
- Inspection before the Winter
Yes, we know it might be a little late but if you didn’t get your HVAC system inspected in the fall, you can still do one now. Not only does it reduce cold-related damages drastically, but it ensures lower utility bills and fewer breakdowns. Having HVAC professionals repair and maintain your AC before/ during the winter is a fool-proof way of extending your system’s lifespan so remember this tip for the next fall too!
HVAC professionals will look for any signs of damage on your system and yes, they’ll even clean and optimize the furnace for your absolute comfort.
Keep these tips in mind the next time you’re using your AC for a guaranteed way to bask in the comfort and warmth of ACs in the winter. If you run into any problems during inspections or cleaning, contact professionals for a thorough check-up on your HVAC system.