In addition to the usual chores like decluttering closets and washing windows, spring cleaning is the perfect time to give your Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) unit a little extra attention. After all, it plays a significant role in keeping your home clean and maintaining high-quality air. Follow this checklist to ensure that your HVAC unit gets a good scrubbing this spring.

Change the HVAC Filter

An easy first task is to replace your HVAC unit’s filter. Simply find the return air intake vent, remove the old, dirty filter by releasing the clips located around its frame, and install a fresh one. Make sure the new filter is the right size—the manual from the manufacturer should guide you in the right direction.

Clean and Weatherproof Windows Around the Home

To make your HVAC unit not work so hard during the humid summer months, be sure to inspect all of your windows to be sure that they’re properly sealed. Conditioned air escaping through windows (and doors, too) can wreak havoc on your utility bills. Ensure all weather stripping and caulking is in place and make sure your windows shut flush in their frames. If they open easily but don’t shut tightly, then the frames may just need a proper cleaning. This small step will help you save on summer utility bills.

Remember Smoke Detectors and the Thermostat

Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors play an enormous role in keeping your family safe and secure. Their batteries should be checked and replaced regularly, and spring cleaning is the perfect time to get started if you’ve been a little less attentive to them than you should be. Our technicians can help with installing smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors.

You may also want to consider upgrading to a programmable thermostat. These allow for exceptional heating and cooling control, monitoring, and efficiency. Some programmable thermostats can even be adjusted remotely using your home’s Wi-Fi or programmed to increase or decrease the temperature at pre-determined times.

Schedule an HVAC Check-Up

Some jobs need the skill of a professional. Consider getting in touch with an HVAC technician who knows what a residential system needs to operate at its best. Our crew can check if any areas need repairs or tune-ups, replace parts that are worn out, and perform a full-service appointment if needed. Contacting an expert is the best way to ensure your HVAC unit is working safely and efficiently.

Gibby Mechanical has been serving the residents of metro Atlanta for more than two decades. To make sure that your residential or commercial HVAC system is in top running order, fill out our online form or call (770) 694-1200 today.

A home’s heating and cooling system is a cornerstone of comfortable living. Especially in the Atlanta area, maintaining a pleasant indoor environment throughout the hot summer months is a must. While it’s not quite rocket science, a home’s HVAC system can be a rather complicated assortment of mechanical components, ducts, plumbing, and electronics. HVAC repair is generally not something that homeowners should do themselves unless they have experience or it’s a minor repair.

Anyone Can Handle Small HVAC Repairs 

There are a few DIY HVAC repairs that can substantially improve a system’s functioning and prolong its lifespan. One of the main causes of system breakdown or inefficient function is dirty, clogged air filters. Regularly replacing air filters is a straightforward task. Instructions are usually depicted on the box for the new filter and on the unit itself. Check the manufacturer’s suggestion for how often to swap out filters. Homeowners can also change thermostat batteries about as often as they swap out the batteries in their smoke alarms.

Serious HVAC Repairs Probably Require a Professional

If an HVAC system is broken or underperforming, finding the source of the problem will require a professional in most cases. For example, a common cause of A/C problems is a refrigerant leak. A homeowner would need specialized gauges to diagnose the leak and other tools not found in most garages to fix it.

Repairs Cost Money, but DIY Mistakes Are Truly Expensive

HVAC repairs can be costly, but not nearly as expensive as fixing a mistake. Any HVAC system has some components that must be handled with care, like electronics and compressors. If these are broken or damaged, they can be costly to fix. In addition to the financial cost, a homeowner could be injured dealing with hazardous chemicals and high voltage electricity that make an HVAC system operate.

HVAC repair is best left to the professionals, like the highly trained technicians at Gibby Mechanical. Our employees have the knowledge and experience to safely diagnose and correct issues with commercial and residential HVAC systems. Also, Gibby Mechanical offers routine maintenance to diagnose problems early and prevent costly repairs later on. If you need HVAC repair or have any questions about your home’s heating and cooling system, contact Gibby Mechanical today.