As we move into the holiday season, many of us will be inviting guests into our homes. Is your HVAC system running efficiently and your air as clean as possible, so you don’t have to add that worry to your list? Here are some tips to prepare your system for Thanksgiving and the upcoming holiday season.
Dust Your Home and Air Vents:
Dusting your home and air vents can improve the air quality of your home and can put less strain on your heating system. Dust enters your system through the return air covers and will cause your system to work harder by clogging the filters and too much dust in your system causes the blower to circulate the dust to every room of your home.
Change Your Air Filter:
A dirty filter will make your HVAC system work harder to heat your home. With all the extra guests coming to your home, it’s a good idea to clean or change your air filter before they arrive. This will ensure that clean air will be traveling through your home and that your HVAC equipment is running as efficiently as possible.
Turn Your Thermostat Down a Few Degrees:
Thanksgiving meals usually require a lot of baking and use of the oven and stove, so your home will heat up quickly. To save on your heating bills during Thanksgiving, turn the thermostat down before you begin cooking or if you are traveling and won’t be home for Thanksgiving.
Consider an Air Filtration or Air Purification System for Better Indoor Air Quality:
Thanksgiving marks the beginning of the holiday season, but this time of year is also flu season. Consider getting a whole home UV air purification system to improve the air quality of your home and better protect you and your family from airborne illnesses and allergens. Our REMI HALO kills bacteria, viruses, molds, odors and allergens in the air and on all surfaces throughout your home.
Have your system and stoves and fireplaces maintained, if you haven’t already:
Regular HVAC system maintenance is crucial for maintaining optimal performance, energy efficiency, indoor air quality, safety, and cost savings. Maintenance performed by a licensed technician helps prevent potential issues and the dreaded emergency call, extends the lifespan of your equipment, and ensures your system is operating at peak efficiency without overworking, which translates to lower utility bills and a more comfortable living environment.
We hope these tips help prepare you and your HVAC system for Thanksgiving and the upcoming holidays. If you need any air quality, heat pump, furnace, minisplit, stove or fireplace service, call your trusted Lake Creek Comfort team at 208-661-3957 or visit our website at www.lakecreekhvac.com and fill out our contact form. We will be watching. We wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving, a Merry Christmas and a Wonderful New Year!