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As a homeowner, an important task is to ensure that you regularly schedule HVAC maintenance service. You should perform this service for your air conditioning system in the spring and for your heating system in the fall. Neglecting this annual maintenance service can have many harmful effects on your HVAC system, especially if you live in a coastal region.
Corrosive Salt
One of the biggest problems that a coastal region poses for your HVAC system is corrosion. Salt in the air will easily encounter the outdoor components of your HVAC system. Any of the exposed metals of your system will be highly susceptible to corrosion because of the presence of the salt. When you schedule regular heating and AC maintenance services, you can ensure these metal components are cleaned off to minimize the amount of corrosion that occurs. When you skip this maintenance service, the metal components of your air conditioning system can prematurely wear out due to excessive corrosion and cause you to replace expensive components or your entire system.
Sand
Another problem that coastal areas can pose to your air conditioning and heating systems is excessive sand. The strong coastal winds can carry sand off the beach and over to your property. Every time that you open the door, there is the potential for sand in the air to intrude. As air naturally circulates throughout the ducting in your home, that sand gets spread throughout all your ductwork as well as the internal components of your system.
This can cause the air filter to clog up regularly and even further restrict the flow of air throughout your ducting due to the buildup of sand. Regular service is a great way to help get rid of any buildup of sand inside of your system to ensure that it can operate at its peak functionality.
Sand can also negatively impact the outdoor components of your HVAC system, such as your air conditioning unit.
High Humidity
One obvious problem that coastal climates have over other areas is that they tend to have very high levels of humidity in the air. When humidity levels are high, it makes it very challenging for your body to naturally sweat and cool itself down. This can cause you to constantly turn down the temperature on your thermostat to help accommodate the increased heat that you feel. This will cause excessive wear and tear on your cooling system as it continually runs to try and produce colder air for your home.
The Effect on Your Overall System
When you live in a coastal region, getting regular HVAC maintenance from a professional is essential. If you neglect this professional heating maintenance and AC tune-up service, you’re going to notice that your HVAC system isn’t going to last very long. It’s likely going to break down frequently as its internal components wear out due to the excess runtime and excessively dirty internal components. Ultimately, you’ll be left with a very uncomfortable indoor environment and an expensive HVAC system that’s driving up your energy bills.
Other Benefits of Regular Maintenance Service
One lesser-known benefit of getting professional maintenance service for your HVAC system is that you can learn how much longer it’s likely to last. If one of our technicians suggests replacing your system the following year, you have a whole year to appropriately plan for the replacement process. From finding favorable financing to discovering the right system to meet your needs, the replacement process is much easier when you’re adequately prepared for it.
Another important reason to get professional maintenance service for your heating and cooling systems is that this is often necessary to maintain the warranty coverage on your equipment. Most manufacturers of HVAC systems make it a requirement that the system owner invest in professional maintenance service at least once a year. If you fail to schedule this maintenance service, you can end up voiding the remaining warranty on your system. This can leave you paying out of pocket for future repair bills that would have been covered under your warranty.
One other benefit of scheduling professional maintenance services is the peace of mind that it can bring you. Just knowing that one of our team members came out and assessed your system can put your mind at ease when it comes to worrying about things like an unfortunate breakdown. Plus, you can have peace of mind that your system is operating efficiently and you’re not overpaying for your heating and cooling bills.
Helpful HVAC Maintenance Service
Simmons Heating & Cooling offers helpful HVAC maintenance service to the Chesapeake, VA community, and our HVAC Maintenance Agreement includes valuable discounts and makes scheduling a breeze. We can also assist with all your HVAC repair, replacement, and installation needs. Simply call us today to book an appointment with one of our top-tier HVAC technicians.
