Last Updated on February 10, 2023 by Eric
Spring is just around the corner in Central Florida, and with it comes the sweet smell of blooming flowers, chirping birds, and the hum of air conditioning units. As the weather starts to warm up, it’s important to start thinking about preparing your HVAC system for springtime.
Here in the Tampa Bay area, now is a perfect time to check on your system and make sure it’s running optimally. Taking the time to do a few simple maintenance tasks can go a long way in helping your HVAC system run smoothly and efficiently.
In this guide, I’m going to share 5 simple tips that will help you prepare your HVAC system for spring. With just a little bit of preventative maintenance, you’ll be able to bask in the comfort of efficient and clean cooling—all season long.
Spring HVAC Prep Tips
Tip 1 – Change Your Filters
One of the easiest tasks to perform is to change your HVAC filters. This will prevent the circulation of dirty air and improve the performance of your HVAC system. Dust, hair, pet dander, and other particles accumulate in the filters over time, reducing air flow and making the system work harder.
By replacing these filters at the recommended intervals, you can ensure that your HVAC system is operating at its full potential and providing you with clean, quality air inside your home.
Tip 2 – Clean the Outdoor Unit
Over the winter, leaves, twigs, dirt, dust, and other types of debris and organic material can accumulate on your outdoor A/C unit. This can cause the coils in the units to work less efficiently or not at all—leading to decreased performance and increased energy costs.
Cleaning your outdoor unit before the start of spring will help your HVAC system work at its best. Simply take a look at the outside of the unit, and wipe any accumulated grime and debris off the exterior as much as you can. (Don’t attempt to open the unit or clean the inside—if your unit is particularly dirty, schedule a maintenance visit with a certified HVAC professional.)
Tip 3 – Clean the Interior Vents and Registers
To prepare your HVAC system for spring in Florida, it’s also important to clean your interior vents and registers. Just like filters, these can collect hair, dust, pet dander, and other particles over the winter, which can obstruct the flow of air.
Clearing these airways will help your HVAC system work more efficiently; helping to ensure that you have cool air all summer. Simply clean all your interior vents and registers as part of your efforts to prepare your HVAC system for spring this year.
Tip 4 – Run the Air Conditioning
Let’s be real: this is Florida, and many of us run our A/Cs even during the coldest days of Winter. But if you haven’t run your air conditioner in a while, it’s a good idea to perform a simple test run of your air conditioning:
- On a warm day, turn on the A/C and let it run for a while.
- Observe if there are any strange sounds or smells.
- Check to make sure each vent is pushing out cool air.
If you notice anything that seems off during the test run, make a note of it so that you can discuss it with your local air conditioner repair professional when you have your regular maintenance visit done.
Tip 5 – Schedule an HVAC Maintenance Visit
While you can perform the previous tips on your own, it’s always recommended to schedule a regular HVAC maintenance visit with a professional. They can check for any hidden issues, and ensure that your HVAC system is functioning as efficiently as possible—especially if it’s been a while since you’ve had your system serviced.
If you’ve done your A/C test, you can inform the professional of what you noticed, and they will check the entire system to make sure there are no issues that will arise right when you first need to cool your home this spring.
An HVAC professional can help identify any potential problems, as well as provide tune-ups or repairs that will keep your system running at peak performance.
Scheduling a maintenance visit is an investment in the longevity and efficiency of your HVAC system, and can ultimately save you money on expensive A/C repairs in the long run.
A/C Repair & Maintenance
With these 5 tips, you can prepare your HVAC system for a hot Central Florida spring and ensure it operates efficiently. By investing just a little time and effort into your system’s maintenance, you can help ensure that it continues to provide you with cool air through spring, summer, and beyond.
If you have any questions or would like to schedule a maintenance visit, don’t hesitate to contact the HVAC installation and repair professionals at Redeemed Air. We want your HVAC system to work as well as it can; and provide you with comfort and peace of mind. Give us a call at 813-997-3140, or click here to book an HVAC service call or maintenance visit online.