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HVAC Inspection Checklist for Residential Homeowners

It's crucial to make sure your HVAC system is ready for winter before temperatures drop.

You can support your HVAC system's health and operation by being a homeowner between your local HVAC service technicians. This Fall HVAC Maintenance Checklist includes tips and guidelines for DIYers, as well as information on when Lockhart Industries can be reached for assistance.

Fall HVAC maintenance checklist

Dust and debris can build up in areas where there is adequate airflow. Your HVAC system is no exception. Dirt can build up in your HVAC system's air filters and cause airflow to be compromised. This can put strain on your HVAC system's parts and mechanisms. If this happens, it can cause extensive damage and more expensive repairs. Healthy airflow is essential to ensure optimal HVAC system operation.

• Replace your air filters regularly

• Check your air filters every 30-90 days

• Vacuum any dust or debris from lightly stained air filters

Keep the outdoor unit on your HVAC clear

An outdoor HVAC unit is a good option. We recommend that you clean the area and any debris from the HVAC system on a regular basis. Spring and summer are the most common times for this problem. It's the accumulation of snow and fallen leaves in winter and fall. Material that is left to accumulate can lead to coil erosion, which can result in refrigerant leaking.

When working on your outdoor unit, it's a good idea for you to wear gloves. Lockhart Industries recommends that your HVAC system be turned off before you start clearing the area.

• Every week, clear the HVAC unit's surrounding area and HVAC unit of all debris

• To keep the unit clear, whack and mow around it

• Check the area around storms and windy periods for fallen leaves or branches

• Clear away any snow or ice buildup around the HVAC unit

• To remove any deposits that might have hardened on the coils, use a high-quality cleaning spray

• For any electrical or wiring damage, check outlets and wiring

Checking AC Drain Pipe

Checking for blockages in the A/C drain pipes in fall is a great time of year. The trapped condensation that has accumulated over winter can freeze and cause it to back up in your home next summer. The signs of a blocked A/C condensate pipe are a musty smell, standing water, or water damage around your indoor unit, or a system that won't turn off or works properly.

• Turn off your HVAC unit

• Make sure to check the drain pan for any standing water. To get rid of mould, clean any standing water from the drain pan

• You should check for obstructions in the A/C drainpipe. These are usually caused by dirt, dead plants, and insects

• To clear the blockage in your drain pipe, you can use a garden hose, shop vacuum, or large plumbing snake. It will work in the same way as unclogging a vacuum or household sink

• After the clog has been removed, pour 1 cup of distilled Vinegar through the drain pipe

• Restart the system and check for signs of a clog

• If the clog persists, call a Victoria HVAC professional

Indoor HVAC Vents

Air flow is crucial to maintain an HVAC system's operation. We know this already. Your vents, or registers, can collect dust, hair, and other debris, just like your outdoor unit and air filters.

• Clean vents and registers regularly to remove pet hair, dust, and socks

• If furniture is blocking vents, remove it and inspect the vent covers

• Remove the vent cover, if necessary. To vacuum the vent opening, use a brush attachment

• To remove any residue or sticky dust, use a mild cleaning solution (water and soap will work just fine)

HVAC Humidifier

If your HVAC system has a humidity setting, it's a great time to give your humidifier some TLC after a long summer.

• Turn off the HVAC humidifier's water supply

• Replace the humidifier pad, also known as the water panel

• Adjust the relative humidity to 35-45%

• Reverse the flow of water

• HVAC Refrigerant Charge

We have already discussed how refrigerant leakages can be caused by corroded coils due to debris buildup. How can you tell if there's a leak? You can check the refrigerant charges with many HVAC systems. Low readings indicate a leak. It's best to fix it as soon as possible.

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