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HeatingAir ConditioningApril 11, 2023
How to Prepare Your AC for the Warm Weather
As April showers turn to May flowers and the weather continues to heat up, it is crucial that your home is cool and comfortable for your family. Spring is the time to switch your HVAC unit from heating to cooling and you need to make sure your air conditioning is ready. If your AC is not set up for success and operating at peak efficiency, it will struggle to keep your home at the optimal temperature and cost you more on your monthly utility bills.
You may need to do this regularly throughout the summer if you have many bushes or trees near the unit. Regularly visually inspect your unit to make sure it is clear throughout the warmer months.
Be sure to clean your condenser coils at the beginning of the cooling season to help with more efficient airflow. During a spring AC tune up, an HVAC technician will normally clean the coils for you.
Steps to Prepare Your AC Unit for Warm Weather
Our team of expert HVAC contractors at Ace Hardware Home Services is here to help. Not only are we available for professional HVAC maintenance to get your AC working properly, but our team of experienced technicians has compiled a list of helpful tips to ensure your AC unit is prepared for the warm weather.1. Change Out Your Air Filter
This should be done every 90 days, so if you have not changed your air filter yet in 2025, do that now! Switching out your air filter is the best way to improve your air quality and keep your air conditioner performing well. When your filter is dirty, your AC has to work harder to push out air which causes your utility bills to rise. Not to mention all the dust, allergens, and other particles that can be spread around your home. This should be the first HVAC maintenance step you make.2. Remove Plants and Debris Near AC
When your air conditioner unit is outside, plants and grass can grow around your system. This will hurt its performance and cause potential problems. Make sure to trim the grass, weeds, and plants around your HVAC unit and clear any debris that could obstruct your system’s airflow.You may need to do this regularly throughout the summer if you have many bushes or trees near the unit. Regularly visually inspect your unit to make sure it is clear throughout the warmer months.
3. Clean Condenser Unit and Cover When Not Using
Outdoor AC units are built to withstand the elements but are not indestructible. Be sure to cover your condenser when possible to protect against weather, dirt, leaves, and other debris that can clog or damage your unit.Be sure to clean your condenser coils at the beginning of the cooling season to help with more efficient airflow. During a spring AC tune up, an HVAC technician will normally clean the coils for you.
