The season change is fast approaching and while we all love adding things to our already long
to-do lists, some things are worth the necessary effort to avoid bigger problems later on down the line.
And some of those things have to do with making sure ours homes are ready for changes to come. One
of the ways you can prepare your home for summer is to make sure you change the filters in your HVAC
system. Sounds like a pain, but this really helps those who suffer from allergies, asthma and other air-
quality related conditions. If your allergies are severe or you just seek a better quality of air, using a
higher MERV-rated filter increases contaminant filtration leading to smoother breathing. Ideally filters
should be changed every ninety days in most homes without pets; every sixty days if you have one pet
(dog or cat) and every twenty-forty-five days if you have more than one pet. Keep in mind, these are just
averages, and cheaper filters may need to be replaced sooner than mentioned above. A thorough HVAC
inspection and service is recommended annually to ensure you system is running at its optimal
performance.
Inspecting and changing weather stripping on doors and windows is another important item to
add to your summer readiness checklist. Making sure your weather stripping is air-tight can help
eliminate leaks, ultimately reducing energy costs, putting a few extra cents in your pocket. There are
several things you can do to make sure your stripping is still in good condition, and doesn’t need to be
replaced. Feel for drafts coming from around windows or doors that may indicate a poor seal. Perform a
visual inspection to make sure there aren’t any tears, gaps, cracking or peeling in the stripping.
Finally, if you live in more northern areas, checking outside faucets to make sure there hasn’t
been any frost damage and making sure gutters are leaf-free will prepare your home for summer
climates. When checking outside faucets, check to ensure there is adequate water pressure. A loss of
pressure can indicate a broken pipe. These are just a few suggestions to make sure you are able to get
your home summer ready enjoy the long days as comfortably and care-free as possible. If you have any
concerns about your home’s HVAC system or preparing your home for summer, please contact us at
470-868-0450 and we’d be happy to assist you.
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