Include Your HVAC System in Your Home Cleaning Routine
When cleaning your home, you shouldn’t neglect your HVAC system. Add the following to your checklist:
AIR VENTS
As air flows through and out of your system, dust can build up on the vents.
- Suck off any loose debris with your vacuum hose.
- For tougher debris, use a rag to clean in between the grill. You may need to drape the rag over something skinny that can fit in between, such as a butter knife.
FLOOR REGISTERS
Debris can also get knocked into the floor registers in your home.
- Unscrew the vent from the floor and remove it.
- Soak the vent in soapy water, and clean off tougher rust or dirt with a sponge.
- Vacuum inside the register to remove any pet hair, dust, dirt, and other small items that may have fallen inside.
- Dry the vent thoroughly before reinstalling it.
A/C UNIT
Debris builds up over time on the outdoor condenser unit, especially in winter, which can restrict the flow of air.
- Before doing any cleaning, turn off the power to the unit.
- Vacuum the air conditioner’s fins with a soft brush. The fins are delicate, so be gentle.
- Remove yard waste, weeds or anything else around the edge of the unit.
PROFESSIONAL HVAC CLEANING
While the tasks above are relatively easy to do for any homeowner, others may be more difficult, such as:
- Air duct cleaning
- Air conditioner coil cleaning
- Air conditioner maintenance
Contact Heatmasters for professional cleaning, maintenance and repair for your system.
Courtesy of HVAC.com
