That summer sun sure is beautiful! And, even if summer isn’t your absolute favorite season, we all can appreciate a fun summer vacation! Taking a much-needed break from school, work, and day-to-day duties is tremendous for your health. Preparing for a trip is far from the fun part but can prove essential for having a truly relaxing vacation. And, even if you are ahead of the game in vacation preparations, there is always the chance for things not to go according to plan. But have no fear; Wilmington Heating & Cooling is here to offer some guidance with some straightforward tasks for you to see through, keeping any shortcomings generated from surfacing with your AC system.
How Is Closing My Blinds During Summer Travels Beneficial?
Shutting your blinds when traveling this summer is beneficial for the privacy of your unaccompanied home. Additionally, it does not fail to remain one of the most straightforward precautions you can take to conserve some energy this summer. You won’t be there to take joy in soaking up the sunlight anyway, so frankly, I can’t think of a more favorable time to utilize your blinds. Keeping out direct sunlight subtracts solar heat indoors, allowing your air conditioner to work less in sustaining a cool atmosphere for your household. Additionally, blackout blinds are a worthwhile investment because they are even more practical in shutting out UV light from within your home. Reflective blinds are also quite nifty in that they help lower your windows’ heat transfer by reflecting light and heat away from your home.
What Is the Purpose Of Cleaning My AC Unit If I’m Going On Vacation?
You may be wondering, “How does cleaning my HVAC system have anything to do with my summer travels?” Well, let me tell you. Now, every HVAC system gets dirty, even the most well-managed systems. Not only does a dingy and worn-out system affect your health and comfort, but it can result in elevated energy costs, which is bad news for your wallet! Before you take that highly-earned summer vacation, here are some helpful hints to ensure your system is in preferable condition:
- Inspect/Change Dirty Air Filters
- Clean/Declutter Air Vents
- Evaluate Ductwork/Look for Damages
- Clear Evaporator Drain
- Examine Evaporator Coil
- Watch for Indoor Refrigerant Leaks
If you feel incapable or even uneasy about doing this on your lonesome, call us. We don’t want to overwhelm you and are here to help in whatever way necessary. If successful in running through this checklist, pat yourself on the back! However, before you get too cozy, don’t forget to attend to your outdoor HVAC unit:
- Remove Bordering Plants/Debris
- Dust Compressor Fins With Care
- Straighten Damaged Fins (Delicately)
Dust, debris, and dirt can sincerely disturb your system from providing proper airflow. And, if your system isn’t efficiently running, you will find your energy costs are higher, and your home atmosphere isn’t so comfortable upon returning from your travels.
Why Schedule AC Maintenance Before Travelling This Summer?
I cannot stress this enough: you will be doing your home, AC system, and yourself a disservice by postponing preventative maintenance performed by a professional. Get it done now to relish your summer vacation with less stress! Returning home to an unsatisfactory air conditioner would be frustrating! Preventive care, when executed by HVAC experts, generates the following:
- Prevention of Frequent Breakdowns
- Protection of Product Warranty
- Preferable Indoor Air Quality
- Extension of Life for Your AC System
- Enhanced AC System Efficiency
- Energy Costs Lessen
- Lowered Carbon Footprint
If your AC system is operating at its intended capacity, you will find comfort in knowing you will arrive home to a cool, pleasing, and cost-effective environment!
There is no time to waste! Call Wilmington Heating & Cooling today at (937) 764-3575, or schedule an appointment online now by clicking here! Summer never ceases to be the most active season for our dedicated staff because Ohio’s muggy summer heat allows zero room for your air conditioning to fall short! Get ahead of the game, prevent future troubles, and resign your HVAC needs to our elite professionals. Helping to guarantee your summer holiday would be a joy for us to reflect upon!
