Summer is almost here! Our lives may have been limited due to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, but that doesn’t mean we should not take steps to stay at least comfortable at home. Summertime can be quite dangerous for anyone, especially if you have poor ventilation and have family members who have preexisting medical conditions. Certain people can be at risk of aggravating illnesses if exposed to extremely high temperatures.
Marsh Heating and Air Conditioning is your ever-reliable HVAC company in Bloomington MN. Here are some tips you can follow to summer-proof your home.
Protect your home from bugs.
Summertime is when bugs are trying to escape the heat themselves. So, they often find places where they can both get food and stay comfortable. This season is like a taste of freedom for most insects because they are unable to flourish during the cold months.
How do you protect your home from pesky bugs? Sealing is key. Inspect your windows and doors to see if there are any cracks or damages where they can creep in.
Perhaps, it is best to hire a pest control expert to spray the outside of your home with insecticide. Look for a company that offers natural solutions to protect your home against insects. If you find it a little too much to have a professional to perform this task, you can shop for pest control products at your nearest home center and take them away yourself.
Clean, clean, clean.
During the summer, your home collects heaps of dust so you would have to do a lot of vacuuming, dusting, scrubbing, and mopping. Clean up your home to make sure your HVAC system does not re-circulate dirty, polluted air.
Also, spend some time to maintain your fans. Take some time to dust, wash, and wipe them off. Like any other household appliance, your fans need to be maintained to ensure optimum performance. Minimal maintenance such as cleaning fan blades and keeping the fan from wobbling, shaking, or squeaking is vital to keep it running smoothly.
If the outside of your home needs some clearing, go ahead. Start by pruning plants and shrubs. Your air conditioner’s outdoor unit should be able to quickly pull in air to cool your home when its surroundings are unobstructed. So, be sure to clear any vegetation from the perimeter, including gardens at least two feet away from the unit.
Get some indoor plants.
Since you’d want to avoid the heat and stay indoors, you might want to find ways to enhance your indoor air quality naturally. Not only does this help lower your energy costs, but it also makes your home much more relaxing and refreshing.
One way to increase your home’s comfort is by adding some indoor plants to your living space. Plants can keep your home comfortable because they lose water during transpiration, which cools the air around the plants. As a result, your indoor air is both purified and reinvigorated.
Plants naturally absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen. Individual potted plants are proven to remove harmful toxins from the air and lower ambient temperatures. Plants also beautify your home.
Also, plants can help control humidity in your home, which is a common problem during summer. Moisture is essential to maintain the integrity of your wooden articles such as musical instruments and wood cabinets and hardwood floors.
Have your AC professionally maintained.
Before summer officially hits, be sure to prepare your air conditioner for another busy season. When we say AC maintenance, we don’t just mean filter replacement. That’s something you can do on your own. Some tasks need professional skills and equipment to ensure your cooling system stays in great shape. One of the critical points to confirm is that your AC has the right amount of refrigerant, which requires testing tools as well as the refrigerant itself. That is why you should have a professional maintain your AC before summer hits.
Ask the Cooling Pros
To get your AC prepared for another busy season, call Marsh Heating and Air Conditioning. We sure can optimize your AC and guarantee it blows nothing but cool air. For over 40 years, we have been the preferred Richfield AC maintenance company.