How-to Tips For AC Use In Florida Winter

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Winter is just around the corner! You are almost ready – how about your air conditioning unit? Check out our important tips you can take so as to ensure the best performance of your unit in the next summer season!

 

Table Of Content:
  1. Check And Replace The Air Filter
  2. Change The Thermostat Settings
  3. Give The AC System A Thorough Cleaning
  4. Don’t Forget The Ducts
  5. Cover Your Unit
  6. Change Worn-Out Components
  7. Maintain A Consistent Temperature
  8. Schedule A Maintenance Check Up

 

How to prepare your AC for Winter

 

  1. Check And Replace The Air Filter

When was the last time you look over the filter of your AC unit? Cleaning the filter is specifically crucial if you run the unit often. The filter’s purpose is to ensure healthy air and good airflow as well as prevent and protect air conditioning from breaking down. This will also save your energy costs. Replace the air filter at least every two months, preferably every month. We recommend changing your filter every time you get your power bill. It is an easy reminder that it has been a month.

 

  1. Change The Thermostat Settings

In order to enjoy electricity savings and home comfort during winter months, consider programmable thermostats. A programmable thermostat allows you to set humidity and temperature according to the weather condition and to your schedule

  1. Give The AC System A Thorough Cleaning

Winter can cause debris and leaves to accumulate around or on your AC system. Debris is responsible for minimizing the flow of air and can lead to other issues. Give the exterior casings, inner coils, and other frequently used parts a rigorous cleaning before the wind gets chilling. Another important air-conditioning component you should thoroughly clean is the outdoor condenser.

 

 

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  1. Don’t Forget The Ducts

Dirt and debris, dust mites, pet dander, pollen, and other allergens can get stuck in the air ducts, contributing to a dangerous living environment. You are likely putting yourself at risk for health issues (e.g., hay fever flare-ups) if you are sensitive to allergens or contaminants. Therefore, it is hard to overlook the importance of getting your air ducts clean. Cleaning your ducts can also help reduce odors in your home.

  1. Cover Your Unit

There are two benefits associated with a covered air conditioning unit: (1) keep your system from freezing rain, winds, and animals; and (2) prevent thieves who might be looking for air conditioning units to ransack for copper wiring. Your local store will give you lots of options to choose from.

  1. Change Worn-Out Components

If you want your unit to work smoothly and efficiently year-round, most especially in the cool months, now is the right time to replace parts that are worn-out or have outdated. Assuming the AC you own is more than five years old already, have it inspected by an HVAC professional. Any parts or damages will be detected to do replacement before a major issue arises.

  1. Maintain A Consistent Temperature

As much as possible, avoid big temperature changes. Otherwise, you will notice a big spike in your energy bills. Consider using a ceiling fan or turning off your AC during cool nights or days. Aside from reducing the work of your air conditioning, it is also an excellent way for improving your overall comfort.

  1. Schedule A Maintenance Check Up

Preventive maintenance is one of the great solutions to protect air conditioning units from potentially expensive repairs. Spending a little bit now on an annual maintenance checkup means saving plenty by avoiding costly repairs later. Most companies or AC service providers offer new duct systems and replacement of air conditioning and heating equipment aside from preventive maintenance, so if there is an issue, they can easily get to work.

 

Winter is a perfect time to get warm inside and do things you love most, such as cooking your favorite food and having movie marathon – all with the warm air coming from your HVAC unit. Take advantage of the season while it lasts!

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Sometimes, little things can make your air conditioning unit stop working – things that aren’t worth paying an AC repair company to check for or fix. If, however, you check each of these things and they have not solved your problem, then you can call in an AC pro to take it from there!

The following are the simple and yet effective steps to follow to repair air conditioners:

 

  • Turn The Power Off:

    No, this isn’t an IT blog, but yes, this can help with your air conditioner too. If your AC is having trouble or won’t kick on, then the first thing you should do is to turn it off at the power source (not the thermostat). After switching off the power, wait a few moments for the system to complete shut down and then resume power. Sometimes a little reboot is all that is needed to get things acting normal again.

 

  • Fan Motor Must Be Oiled And The Condenser Cleaned:

    AC failure tends to have common culprits – the fan and the condenser. The fan motor should be lubricated using oil that is specified by the manufacturer. The condenser has to be cleaned with the use of a soft bristled brush to remove all dust that has accumulated. Wear-and-tear is one of the leading causes of AC issues.

 

 

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  • Check To See That The Air Filters Are Clean:

    This is one of the most comfortable air conditioner DIY tasks but is often the cause of many problems. Since the air filters are responsible for cleaning the air before it travels through your cooling system, it should be clean. If it is a dirty filter, it will fail to capture the dust and debris in the air that can easily clog up your air conditioning system and cause problems. The recommended time frame is replace your air filter (or clean a reusable filter) is every three months. If you live with smokers, in a home prone to dust, have pets or a sensitivity to natural allergens, then you should change your filter every one or two months.

 

  • Be Sure To Check That The Thermostat Is Appropriately Working:

    If you have a digital thermostat, working batteries are essential since they power the unit. Most digital units will show in the panel if the batteries are low and even remind you of when to change the air filter. If the thermostat is in the unit itself, as in window units and some ductless systems, check that no obstructions or debris are affecting the sensor.

 

  • Condenser Coils Have To Be Cleaned, Too:

    The next step would be to make use of a garden hose to clean the condenser coils. Be sure that the coil guard is removed before being sprayed with water.

 

Maintaining and extending the life of an air conditioner is something that any homeowner can do. With regular care, your air conditioner will work well all year-round. Don’t forget to schedule routine, annual maintenance from your local AC technician at EasyBreezy AC. At least once a year your AC and heating system should get a once over to check on moving parts, lubrication, and overall functioning to see if parts need replacing or cleaning.

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Why Regularly Changing Your Air Filters Is Important

You put a lot of work into maintaining your home and keeping everything running as efficiently as possible. At the center of it all is your heating and cooling system, which ensures the temperature in your home is well maintained throughout the day and night. EasyBreezy AC states that is important to make sure your HVAC system is running efficiently, but many people do not realize how simply changing your air filters regularly can maximize the potential for your HVAC system.

Here are the top reasons we believe regularly changing your air filters is so important:

 

MAXIMIZE YOUR HVAC’S EFFICIENCY

In order to change and properly maintain your home’s temperature, your heating and air conditioning system must pull air in from a room, pull it over coils to either heat or cool it, and then blows the newly tempered air through ducts to the other rooms in your home. The air filter is essential to the first step of this process. The air filter’s job is to trap air-borne particles like dust and dirt that get sucked up with the air being pulled into the HVAC system and prevents those air-borne particles from blocking the blower and clogging up the coils.

If the blower gets blocked or the coils get clogged on your HVAC system, then it cannot properly perform its job and could eventually damage your system and lead to costly repairs. So, keeping your air filters changed regularly can continue to ensure your entire HVAC system stays clean, clear, and running at it’s maximum efficiency.

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MAINTAIN CLEANLINESS OF YOUR AIR DUCTS AND AIR QUALITY

Because your air filter serves as the first line of defense against air-borne particles and pollutants entering your HVAC system, dirt and dust can build up on your air filter quickly. If your filters are not changed regularly they are less capable of capturing and blocking these air-borne particles and pollutants from entering your HVAC system, which will dirty the air ducts and reduce the quality of air being blown back out into your home. Keeping your air filters changed regularly performed by a qualified AC technician will ensure that both your air filters and your HVAC system stay clean and produce the highest quality air for your home.

MINIMIZE ENERGY COSTS

It should come as no surprise that your HVAC system is able to perform its job more easily when your air filters are working properly to keep it clean and running more efficiently. As air-borne particles and pollutants build up on your air filters it makes it more difficult for the air filter and your HVAC system to perform their jobs and the harder your HVAC system has to work to perform its job, the higher your energy bill costs will go.

Therefore, regularly changing your air filters will ensure that both your air filter and your HVAC system stay clean and running at their maximum efficiency and will help keep your energy bill costs to a minimum.

SO, WHAT IS CONSIDERED “REGULARLY” WHEN CHANGING AIR FILTERS?

Now that we know how changing our air filters regularly can help keep our HVAC system running more efficiently and cleaner, how do we know if we are actually changing our air filters enough? How frequently is “regular”? The answer to this question depends on a number of factors including the amount of people in your home, whether or not you have any pets, the number of air-borne particles and pollutants in your home’s air, and how frequently you run and use your HVAC system. You should check your air filters every month and change them every 1-3 months as needed.

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Help! My AC Won’t Turn On!

There are a few ways to save yourself some money when it comes to air conditioning repair. Before calling in the pros there are actually a few simple things you can check and fix yourself. Here are a few common issues and how to troubleshoot what may be wrong with your AC unit.

My Air Conditioner Won’t Turn On!

Don’t assume that your air conditioner is broken or at the end of its life, especially if it is already several years old. Check these common, but easy to fix issues that can be the cause of an AC unit not coming on:

Thermostat: This may seem silly, but we have been on several calls where the thermostat was not set on “cool” – so it didn’t kick on when the temperature was lowered at the start of the warmer months.

Circuit Breaker: If the breaker trips for any reason, it can keep your unit from turning on. Storms are major causes of breakers tripping, and Florida is not short on those! Check the breaker and make sure everything is in the on position as it should.

Filter: Filters help keep your AC running smoothly on many levels. Fully remove the filter and replace it if it is clogged up with dirt and dust. You may have only had to replace it once or twice over the winter months, but spring and summer time increase pollen and other particles in the air increasing the frequency of changes.

 

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I’ve checked the above, but my AC still won’t turn on!

Once you’ve gone though the above and tried to turn your unit on again, if it still won’t come on, these may be the issue:

Rechecked the Thermostat: Go back and take a second look at your thermostat. Make sure that the temperature it is set to is cooler than the temperature indoors. If it is, lower the setting another 4 or 5 degrees – if your air conditioner doesn’t jump on this change, one possibility may be that the thermostat needs to be recalibrated or replaced.

Clear the Condenser: The condenser is the official term for the outdoor unit. Overgrown grass and weeds can infiltrate and choke your unit up. While you are out there, make sure there is no other debris (like leaves or trash) collecting around the condenser. There should be about 2 feet around the unit and 8 feet above the unit that is clear of obstruction. Proper spacing helps with adequate airflow.

Should you find that none of the recommended troubleshooting tips work, then you can be rest assured that you have tried everything you could to and that it is time to call in a professional air condition technician.

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