3 Tips to Get Your AC Ready for Summer
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Spring is finally here and you know what that means! Backyard barbeques, fun with friends and family, and lots of sunshine. It also means hot summer temperatures are just around the corner, so we thought we’d bring you three quick tips to help get your AC ready for the next heat wave.
Preparing your AC system should be an important part of your spring checklist. Proper maintenance will ensure that your air conditioner works at peak efficiency on the haziest, hottest and most humid days—that’s when you need it most!
It will also help you avoid costly breakdowns while extending the life of your air conditioning system.
Sections:
#1 – Replace Furnace Filter
#2 – Thermostat
#3 – Annual System Check
#1 – Replace Furnace Filter
Your AC uses the same filter as your furnace (assuming it’s not a ductless system) and therefore a dirty filter will make your AC and your furnace work a lot harder than it needs to. This leads to reduced efficiency and can stress the system, which can result in premature breakdown.
A clean air filter also means cleaner indoor breathing air, and when indoor air is 2-5 times dirtier than outdoor air, we know this is something all homeowners ought to take seriously.
#2 – Thermostat
Sure, you want to set your thermostat to “cool,” but did you also know that this is the perfect time to reprogram your thermostat in order to maximize comfort when it matters most—when you’re at home?
This chart reveals that only 12% of homeowners with programmable thermostats actually use them. That’s a lot of money being wasted!
Instead, try adjusting temperature settings and cooling times to your schedule. If your thermostat isn’t programmable, then you may want to look into getting one. It’ll save energy by turning your AC on only when you need it.
#3 – Annual System Check
Finally, don’t forget to get your AC and heating systems checked by a professional annually. Letting your system go without yearly maintenance is asking for trouble, and often results in poor system performance followed by sudden and catastrophic failure.
A trained professional should check refrigerant levels and check that all electrical and mechanical components are operating safely and at peak efficiency.
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I thought Derek was polite. Courteous knew what he was doing. Got my furnace fixed in one day. I was very appreciative and because of his service I will now only use you guys going forward. He’s a great technician.
I'm always impressed when a service provider takes the time to educate me about the product I bought. Eddie explained the protocols for maintaining my mini-splits
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Eric, our Sanford tech, did wonderful as always. maintaining our beast of a heating system takes skill. He is prompt and kind gets the maintenance taken care of quickly. He doesn’t mind the annoying dogs or the beam that you have to duck under going up and down stairs.
They check in the day before coming and Eric texts when on the way. He is always on time. We have been very happy with the work and the professionalism.
This was my first time using Sanford. Derek was amazing. He diagnosed the problem quickly, showed me the problem, and then quoted me a price which was very reasonable. He had the part on the truck and had the problem fixed within a half hour. From the person I made the appointment with, Irish, to the dispatcher I spoke with for an estimated time of arrival, to Derek, my experience was nothing but positive. I had such a great experience that I will always use Sanford for my heating, cooling, and plumbing needs. Highly recommended!
After Sanford did such an impressive job installing our new Bosch furnace last winter, it was a no brainer as to who we wanted to add a central air conditioner to our house.
They gave us two options and we chose to go with a heat pump. Jason and his team did an incredible job installing the system in just a single day. The quality of their workmanship is second to none and he couldn’t be a nicer person to work with.
Another great job by Sanford !
We had Brian B come to our home to conduct a follow up visit to evaluate our Carrier AC that was installed in February. Just like the three-man crew who did the installation, Brian B did an outstanding job of making sure that everything was working just fine. He answered all our questions and made sure we were confident that our AC would be working fine this summer. Great job.
Extremely happy with the service I received. Mike did an excellent job of servicing my HVAC system. He was very efficient, knowledgeable and took the time to answer all my questions. Also, the office personnel were very helpful and responsive to all my requests and questions regarding scheduling and pricing. I will be using them again and would highly recommend Mike.
Excellent service. Arrived on time. Asked me questions to diagnose any possible issues. Explained several things I did not know about my system.
Eric was very pleasant & thoroughly cleaned & diagnosed my system. Every Sanford employee with whom I have had dealings has been pleasant, attentive, and professional. A friend recommended Sanford to me & I recommend them to you as well. I have been very happy with my equipment & service & know I can contact them anytime with questions & concerns & they will respond in a timely manner. Thank you Eric!
Our tech was great! He was respectful of the space (and rolled with the chaos of small kiddos running around like goons), knowledgeable, and efficient. We’ve used Sanford for years and will continue to do so.
Kyle G. from Sanford was awesome and super respectful. They installed furnace and AC system. He explained everything without being condescending, helped set up the wireless system, checked it and his team cleaned up everything after the job. My standards are pretty high and Kyle not only met them, he exceeded them. Thank you.
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