What You Can Do Now to Prepare for the Hot, Muggy Summer Days Ahead

Those sweltering days of summer are almost upon us, but you don’t have to suffer through the muggy heat of July and August in Virginia when you prepare ahead of time. About two-thirds of all homes in the U.S. have air conditioners. If you are already among those who own a home cooling system, this is a great time to ensure it is working efficiently by hiring a local HVAC contractor for air conditioning service or AC repair. And if you don’t have air conditioning, call us for information on installing an air conditioning system so you can be cool and comfortable all summer long.

Air Conditioning Service

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, Americans pay more than $11 billion each year to power their air conditioners, but you can reduce your home cooling expenses by hiring a reliable heating and cooling contractor to perform seasonal maintenance.

Implementing an effective maintenance plan will ensure that your air conditioner is working efficiently, and it will extend your system’s functional lifespan. Spring is the best time for an AC tune-up, and it should include the following services:

• Checking and replacing the filter
• Cleaning the evaporator coil
• Straightening coil fins
• Inspecting seals and ducts
• Unclogging the drainage system
• Inspecting the wiring

Replacing Your Air Conditioner

If you have been using the same home cooling system for 10 years or longer, it may be time to consider a replacement. You can save up to 50 percent on your current cooling costs simply by installing a high-efficiency air conditioner. You have several choices available, and you may even be able to take advantage of federal and state tax incentives when you replace your current system with an Energy Star appliance.

AC Repair in Lorton, VA

Finally, don’t fall victim to summer’s most common air conditioning repair problem, capacitor breakdown. For further information on AC repair or online air conditioning specials, call the friendly and knowledgeable staff at Commonwealth Cooling & Heating, LLC at (703) 436-8028. We are based in Lorton, Virginia, but also serve Alexandria, Fairfax and Springfield.