On
the average, an
HVAC system can last around 15 years with proper cleaning and
regular maintenance. However, what does “proper cleaning and
regular maintenance” entail exactly? Let these few tips guide you
on maintaining your HVAC equipment to make it last up to its maximum
age:
- Clean or replace the filters as necessary.
Read your unit’s
manual for instructions on cleaning or replacing the filters, such as
those in the ducts, furnaces, and heat pumps. Some filters may be
cleaned by simply washing with water or vacuuming, while disposable
ones are replaced monthly or as the manufacturer specifies.
- Maintain the cleanliness of the rest of the HVAC.
Periodically clean the
ducts, coils, and drains of the system. These portions may accumulate
dusts, molds, chemical byproducts (e.g. water condensates), and even
become a breeding ground of pests like rodents – all of which can
be harmful not only to the system’s components, but also to your
health.
- Check all connections and vents.
Thoroughly inspect for
blockages in the vents and for leaks and breaks in the connections of
wires, pipes and the remaining equipment parts. Any of these defects
cause extreme energy losses or surges, which can eventually damage
the HVAC structures.
- Have professionals conduct routine maintenance.
Instead of risking
injuries and accidental damages due to untrained hands, let HVAC
specialists tune up and repair your HVAC system. Licensed contractors
can comprehensively inspect and safely perform any adjustment or
upkeep that your HVAC needs to last for many years.
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