Your HVAC system is such an important aspect of your home! While it keeps your home at a comfortable temperature, in times of duress, having a working HVAC can truly make a difference. For example, if you're going through a particularly hot summer, even a heat stroke, it's the heating and cooling system that'll keep your home livable. Proper HVAC service is crucial to ensure your system continues to work correctly and can help increase its lifespan.

1. Changing the Filter

The filter in your HVAC system catches dirt and allergens before they make their way through your home, ensuring you have lovely air quality. These filters must be changed regularly to ensure they continue working correctly. A dirty filter will make it more challenging for your system to suck air into the system. In our experience, you’ll experience more breakdowns and higher repair costs because the unit has to work significantly harder to function correctly. According to This Old House, filter cleaning is the most affordable HVAC service, costing an average of $2 to $50.

2. Prioritizing Repairs

If your system still works properly, it’s easy to procrastinate repairs, but this is a mistake. An HVAC system must work harder to produce the same comfortable temperature when it needs repairs. An overworked heating and cooling system will have a shorter lifespan, costing you more money later. A malfunctioning component can lead to other parts of the system needing repairs. The total cost of repairs will get more expensive as more unit parts break down. This also leads to higher utility bills because the unit isn’t as efficient. Instead, contact a professional specializing in HVAC services when you notice a problem.

3. Upgrading When Needed

Upgrades are often considered a part of maintenance. Certain upgrades can help reduce how often the HVAC system kicks on, saving energy and prolonging its lifespan. Consider updating your system if it’s not efficiently cooling or heating specific areas of the house. Ductless systems are an excellent investment for homeowners who don’t use their entire home because they don’t waste energy. In our experience, a ductless system will last longer.

Here at Dynamic Heating and Cooling, we understand the importance of HVAC service. Our experienced team can help you with everything from essential maintenance to installations or heating and cooling repairs. We can also help with energy efficiency, humidifiers, dehumidifiers, ductless units, boilers, water heaters, and more. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.