What Are Some HVAC Maintenance Tips For Your Hermitage Home?

3/21/2022 (Permalink)

Have you done any maintenance on the HVAC unit for your Hermitage home recently? If not, now is an excellent time to take care of that since warmer months are just around the corner. Maintaining your unit regularly will ensure that you avoid an air conditioning malfunction during the hottest part of the year. 

If you’re not sure how to maintain your HVAC or just don’t have time, the team here at SERVPRO of Hermitage/Donelson can manage it for you.

How Can SERVPRO Help Me Maintain The HVAC System For My Hermitage Home? 

SERVPRO of Hermitage/Donelson professionals will routinely inspect your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning unit. Keeping your HVAC system clean can extend the life of the equipment, saving you money and giving you cleaner air to breathe.

Air duct cleaning is not always necessary. SERVPRO will recommend the best way to address any indoor air quality concerns, which saves you money and provide peace of mind on the health of your system.

The benefits of having SERVPRO service your HVAC unit include:

• Restoration of peak energy efficiency.
• Elimination of many offensive odors.
• Reduces the potential for mold growth.

Ventilation systems are often the biggest culprit in poor indoor air quality. Make it a priority to inspect the ductwork of your home or business. If your HVAC has been operating for some time without attention, it could be circulating the following:

• Dust
• Pollen
• Odors
• Dirt and debris
• Other contaminants

What Are Some Clues That My HVAC Unit May Need To Be Serviced?

There are some specific things you can look for that will let you know your HVAC unit needs attention. Here are some telltale signs that mean you need to do some maintenance or repairs to your system:

• When you find your air conditioning unit barely has any airflow at all, then you may have clogged vents on your hands. It doesn’t take long for dirt to build up inside the HVAC system, causing many problems, including blocked fan units, dust-filled air filters, and more. These will impact each component, hindering the overall efficiency of your system.
• If your electric bill is higher than usual, it’s time for some maintenance and repair. Your costs always increase when the temperatures rise, of course. Still, if they continue to increase independently of your usage, that’s an indication that your HVAC system isn’t working correctly. 
• Some parts of the HVAC system are more prone to leakage than others and may get damaged quickly, while the lines that form the primary connection between your home and the outdoor HVAC unit can sometimes start leaking due to wear. Leaks such as these allow the cool air to escape the pipes, so the system must work harder. If your HVAC is running all day and your home is still not getting cool, you may be experiencing these issues. 

In addition to servicing your HVAC system, SERVPRO of Hermitage/Donelson offers many other restoration and cleaning services, such as carpet and upholstery, drapes and blinds, and much more. You can learn more by calling us at (615) 885-3906 or contacting us via our website. 

This franchise is independently owned and operated.