Author: Superior HVAC & Plumbing

air conditioning and heating unit for house surrounded by fallen leaves

As summer fades away and everyone begins to prepare for the change of seasons, we all remember to rake our leaves and get our snow shovels out, but preparing an HVAC system for Fall is often overlooked. Have you considered what needs to be done to prepare your HVAC system this year? With incoming cold weather and more time spent at home during the fall and winter, it is crucial to ensure your HVAC system is properly maintained. We at Superior Residential recommend these steps to ensure you don’t get left in the cold. 

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Regular Cleaning and Maintenance are essential to extending the longevity and efficiency of many of the appliances in your home. Your tankless water heater needs to be flushed at least once per year to keep it running efficiently.  It can be tempting to ignore this task in favor of other home maintenance, but you shouldn’t skip it. If you do not flush your tankless water heater annually it can build up mineral deposits. Over time this can cause expensive damage and potential safety hazards in your home.

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Heat pumps have come a long way over the past 15 years. During the winter months, a heat pump may require additional help to maintain the desired temperature in your home. One way a heat pump achieves this is with an electric heat pack inside the air handler. When the temperature outside your house drops, your heat pump will bring on your electric heat to assist in heating your home. When this occurs you will see a red light or AUX on your thermostat, showing you that the heat pump is working.  

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