HVAC Tips You Don’t Want Miss Out On For The 4th of July
Our country is lucky because we get to celebrate it every year. The 4th of July is an important national holiday that commemorates the day we gained our independence.
With the school season ended, it’s also the perfect time to kick off the summer with a party and fireworks. Planning a party is exciting but how many people make plans on how to stay cool during this celebration?
Staying cool is easy thanks to our AC units, but there are other methods we can apply that can help with the cost of running it. Here are some HVAC unit tips you won’t want to miss out on for this year’s celebration.
Hydration Keeps You Cool
We know that if we turn our AC on, we’ll stay cool and comfortable without worrying about the temperatures outside. The downside to this though is that our unit will have to run more often and the electricity bill will skyrocket.
Rather than relying on a lower temperature from an appliance, lower your own body temperature instead. By drinking a glass of cold water, you’ll help yourself stay hydrated and your body will lower its own temperature naturally.
Your tolerance for the heat will actually increase because of this. It’s about as easy as lowering the thermostat but your body gains more benefits from it!
Don’t Forget to Change Your Air Filter
Even if you’ve known about the air filters before this, it still needs to be said. Air filters are an important component of an AC unit. It captures the dust, dirt, and pollen that floats around in the air before it can pass into your home.
This is especially helpful if you’re throwing a 4th of July party and you have a grill going. You can expect doors will stay open with all your guests moving in and out and that will allow the smoke to enter your home.
By cleaning and replacing your air filters regularly, your AC unit will not have to exhaust itself by the blocks a dirty filter can create. This will also save you money and expose you to fewer pollutants and allergens.
Preventative Maintenance is Essential
As a final HVAC tip, if you’ve never considered preventative maintenance for your AC unit, now is a good time to start. If you are hosting this year’s 4th of July party, the last thing you would want to happen is for your AC to stop working.
Preventative maintenance can help in a number of ways. First, it will ensure that your AC is running as efficiently and effectively as it should. Second, you’ll be able to recognize when a part needs to be replaced. Third, you’ll reduce the chances of it breaking down on you unexpectedly.
A 4th of July party is what everyone wants to do, but remembering to stay cool is what everyone needs to do. The festivities and excitement can be ruined easily if the heat becomes unbearable. If you think your HVAC unit might be in need of service, give our company a call. We’ll be happy to book an appointment with you and provide a consultation.
While we’d never advocate for surviving the Maryland summers without any form of air conditioning, it is still important to understand the massive impact that air conditioning can have on the environment.
Reduce the Upfront Cost: First, you can start saving money right from the outset. That’s because many state and local governments offer incentives to make the switch to energy efficient models because it reduces the energy resources required. These can come in the form of rebates or breaks on price which reduce the upfront cost.
While helping the environment and saving money are both big positives, the most important thing is the assurance that your system will still keep your family comfortable. As technology has evolved, so too has the ability to control our indoor climate effectively.
Having a plan for maintaining your heater can help you prevent a heating emergency. You wouldn’t want to get stuck without heat in the middle of a harsh February, would you?
Another important part of the PMA procedure for HVAC systems is cleaning all parts of the heating and cooling unit, as well as other parts of the cooling system like the ductwork and air vents, when necessary.
If you have mold in your air duct system, it can seriously affect the air quality in your home. You and your family may start to suffer from symptoms such as coughing, dizziness, and headaches.
The last thing any homeowners wants to experience is mold living in their home. Unfortunately, this can happen, especially in your HVAC system due to its high moisture environment.
Mold has a very distinct smell. If you notice a musty, almost wood-rotting scent in your home, you may have mold growing. Mold is a very fast spreading organism, and it won’t take long, given the right environment, for it to multiply throughout your house.