If there’s one sure thing about the forecast, it’s the chance it could be wrong. In recent years, regions around the country and world have been subject to increasingly brutal heat waves and winter storms (both typical for the area and not). There are many factors that influence the weather—most of which are beyond human control—but one thing you can be certain of is how your home or business is equipped to handle sudden temperature swings and extremes, beginning with your heating and cooling system.
With simple routines, you can stay certain your heating and cooling is in top condition to handle it all:
- Observe: Be aware when your heat or air conditioning turns on—do you hear any abnormal whistling or banging sounds that you don’t usually hear? What about burning or mildew odors? These can be signs that equipment isn’t functioning properly or needs to be cleaned.
- Maintain: Regularly changing furnace filters (at least once a season, and more frequently if you have pets or allergies) prevents dirt and dust from straining your heating and cooling system, so it can function at its best. You can also check your air conditioner drip pan to watch for accumulating water: this could mean a clogged drain line. To ensure nothing gets overlooked, have a professional heating and cooling contractor perform a check on your system at least once a year. We’re happy to offer tune-ups at Dalorem Heating & A/C, whether it’s equipment we’ve installed or not.
- Update: Over time, even the most well-kept heating and cooling systems wear out. If you’ve made repair after repair or your equipment is already well past its typical lifespan, it’s time to consider replacing your furnace, air conditioner, or both before one quits just when you need it most.
No matter what kind of front may be moving in, you can rest assured we have your back. Contact us for answers to your heating and cooling questions today, and we’ll help prepare you for highs, lows, and everything in between.