The influx of guests, cooking, and company brought on by the holiday season does not exempt homeowners from California's cool, wet winters. Especially in the Meadow Vista and Sierra Foothills areas, winter can bring about periods of intense cold, sustained winds, and drought.
Under these conditions, it can be difficult to maintain a warm, cozy, and inviting home for your family and guests this holiday season. Luckily, Spoor's Heating and Air Conditioning has some tips to protect your air conditioning system this winter. Follow our guide to maximize your home's heating and cooling efficiency for a comfortable, homey atmosphere that will make this holiday season memorable!
Schedule Preventative Maintenance
Especially in California, where heaters remain dormant for most of the year, cold winter temperatures can significantly impact the function and efficiency of your AC unit. The last thing a homeowner wants to do during the holidays is waste their time and money on emergency HVAC repair services. Think proactively about the condition of your AC system and schedule a preventative maintenance visit in advance!
Preventative air conditioner maintenance will ensure that your air conditioner is free of any deficiencies, malfunctions, or errors that may render it useless this holiday season. Our HVAC company offers prompt and affordable maintenance and tune-up services that will isolate and resolve any faults in your air conditioning unit before they become problematic.
Replace Air Filters
Winter cold, drought, and wind can exacerbate allergies for more sensitive family members, guests, and even pets! Most HVAC companies suggest changing the air filters in your home at least every 3 months, but this timeframe can vary depending on the size and occupancy of your home. The more guests you have in your home, the more often you should replace your air filters. This will reduce the number of allergens, such as dust, pollen, and dander, circulating throughout your home, improving the air quality and efficiency of your HVAC system as a result.
Embrace Natural Ventilation
Embracing natural ventilation, such as windows and fireplaces, is a great way to help your home's air conditioning unit keep up with the cold temperatures this holiday season. Opening curtains and blinds on a sunny day will not only contribute to a cozy atmosphere but will also reduce the load on your HVAC system as heat is transferred through your windows into your home.
During the holiday season, fireplaces are more than just a place to roast marshmallows and relax! Fireplaces are a vital part of your home's heating and cooling system and will effectively heat large portions of your house without increasing your electricity bill.
Our professional HVAC company suggests investing in good-quality fans to circulate the heat generated by fireplaces, windows, and your air conditioning system throughout your property. Because warm air tends to rise, fans are necessary to keep the heat flowing evenly throughout each room in your home.
Account For Every Source Of Heat
It is important to consider each source of heat in your home when setting your thermostat this holiday season. While it may be tempting to blast the heat to combat the cold, an overactive heater can result in a home that feels cramped, stuffy, and uncomfortably hot, even when outside temperatures drop below freezing.
Fireplaces and household appliances will significantly increase the temperature of your home without the aid of a commercial heating system, especially during the holidays, when ovens and stoves are used frequently. Additionally, the more people and animals you invite into your home this winter, the more their collective body heat will naturally increase the temperature within your home.
To keep your home cozy and comfortable this holiday season, it is important to take these factors into account when setting your thermostat. If you plan on cooking, lighting your fireplace, or hosting multiple guests, it is a good idea to set your thermostat slightly lower than you wish the temperature of your home to be.
Contact Spoor's Heating and Air Conditioning Today!
Spoor's Heating and Air Conditioning is Auburn, CA, and the surrounding area's go-to company when it comes to air conditioning repair, installation, and maintenance services. Whether you're in need of basic preventative air conditioning maintenance or HVAC emergency repair, our experienced technicians are ready to help this upcoming winter.
We offer 24/7 emergency maintenance services to ensure your home is always comfortable, even during the stressful holiday season. To learn more about our company, the air conditioning services we offer, and where we operate, contact us today!