Maintaining your own Heating and Air Conditioning System

Why Perform Air Conditioner or Heating Self Maintenance? - With the proper self maintenance your air conditioner, furnace, ventilator or humidifier will work more economically and be more dependable for years to come. With a few easy and routine procedures you can keep your unit at peak performance and get the maximum amount of comfort from your HVAC system. Remember that self maintenance is no substitute for professional maintenance but can add greatly to the efficiency of routine professional maintenance. Click here for more on professional maintenance.

Professional maintenance

Important - Please read our disclaimer and the following safety procedures before you attempt any maintenance work yourself.

1) Disconnect All Power Sources - Please be sure to disconnect all electrical power to the unit before you remove any of the access panels or attempt to perform any maintenance procedures. Always remember that there may be more than one power connection switch. If you are unsure about this do not attempt to perform any procedure. Instead get a professional to assist you.

2) Beware of Sharp Edges - Be very careful when you handle parts or reach into units. Many of the metal parts and housings have very sharp edges which can cause severe injury.

3) Follow All Safety Procedures - Follow all safety precautions suggested by the manufacturer of the equipment.

4) Use common sense - If something seems dangerous don't do it. Instead consult a professional.

Now that we have warned you of what to look out for let's move on.

Proper Self Maintenance Saves you Money and Provides More Comfort - With the proper self maintenance your air conditioning, heating, ventilation, and humidifier systems will be more efficient reducing the strain on the unit saving you money on energy costs and repairs. They will also be more dependable providing excellent service for years to come. With a few easy and routine procedures you can help your service professional keep your unit at peak performance and get the maximum amount of comfort from your system for the lowest cost.

Air Conditioning Maintenance - Find out everything you need to know about maintaining your own air conditioning unit including when to call in a professional for help.

Heater Maintenance - Find out what you need to do to maintaining your own heating unit including what services should be done by a professional.

Humidifier Maintenance - Proper maintenance of your humidifier is important to keep it running smoothly. Find out what you need to do to maintain your system here.

Ventilator Maintenance - Proper maintenance of your ventilator system is important to keep it running smoothly. Find out what you need to know here.

Professional Maintenance - Find out what you need to know about professional maintenance of your HVAC system here.