Air Conditioning Maintenance
- Have a professional check your system periodically.
- Oil the blower motor and fan on both the condensing and the evaporation units annually.
- Keep the condensing-unit pan free of bugs, leaves, and dirt.
- Check the tension on the condensing and evaporation unit blower fan belts each spring.
- Inspect the blower ducts and joints for leaks and insulation slippage annually.
- Clean or replace air filters frequently.
- Keep the blower motor fan blade free of mold and mildew.
- Set the a/c fan speed on high except when it’s humid.
- Use a whole-house attic fan.
- Set your thermostat as high as comfortably possible in the summer.
- Don't place electronic equipment near your air-conditioning thermostat.