Preparing Your HVAC System for the Back-to-School Season

Are your kids heading back to school and you want to set them up for success? Don’t underestimate the effect your HVAC system has on memory, concentration, and motivation. 

Whether you’re a parent of school-age children or a college student with your own place, Chilly Ben’s Heating & Air Conditioning can keep you comfortable so you can focus on what matters!

Why Is Back-to-School Season a Milestone?

Whether you have a heat pump or a split system that uses both a furnace and air conditioner, as school begins, temperatures start dropping. 

Though you won’t start experiencing real fall temperatures until October, you’ll begin the process of transitioning from cooling to heating. This presents a great opportunity to prepare your furnace and shore up your air conditioner after running it all summer.

Preparing Your HVAC System for the Cooler Season

With uncomfortable temperatures in your home, your kids can’t focus on studying and won’t sleep well. By ensuring you have a fully functioning HVAC system and using the following best practices, you can help them have a successful year of school.

Schedule HVAC Maintenance

Heading back to school signals it’s time for your heating system’s seasonal inspection. Your HVAC technician will check your system performance and ensure your furnace or heat pump can handle keeping you comfortable throughout the winter. 

Autumn maintenance usually involves the following tasks:

• Filter replacement
• An energy efficiency assessment
• Cleaning the blower fan
• Tightening all connections
• Searching for gas leaks or carbon monoxide
• Testing the thermostat’s calibration and sensors
• Measure the airflow of your device and ductwork

Regular maintenance keeps your heating costs low, reduces the frequency of your repairs, and ensures a higher level of indoor air quality.

Assess Your Cooling System

Were you comfortable throughout the summer? If you notice poor performance or low cooling efficiency, you can schedule repairs for your air conditioner when the kids head back to school. This ensures you won’t have to endure extreme heat while waiting for the technician to fix your device.

You should also take the opportunity to replace your air filter so you won’t worry about it once spring returns. Even if the temperatures haven’t dropped low enough to use your furnace, consider shutting off your air conditioner to reduce wear and tear on your device.

Program Your Thermostat

Do you know the ideal temperature for studying and sleeping? Most people sleep best with the thermostat set between 65 and 68 degrees.

Many experts suggest setting the temperature between 70 and 78 to improve concentration. To save money on your expenses, consider setting your thermostat at the lower end of the spectrum.

Improve Indoor Air Quality

Allergies and germs can cause a string of sick days. To keep from falling behind, clean your ducts, change your filter, and consider investing in an air purification system.

Chilly Ben’s Heating & Air Conditioning Cares for Your HVAC System

When you need maintenance and repairs for your HVAC system, call Chilly Ben’s Heating & Air Conditioning. We ensure you stay comfortable and safe no matter the weather so you can focus on living your life. Call 270-776-3691 to learn more!