You would be wise to ask if your heating is in order for the cooler weather to come. When did you have your HVAC unit properly looked at? Are you familiar with the kind of trouble signs that crop up when the mercury falls?
Should any of that give you cause for concern, then this is where you want to be. We at Coastal Home Services Air Conditioning, Heating, Electrical & Plumbing have an understanding of how the coastal climate will test the systems in your home; we have been on the Crystal Coast since 2007. A phone call to (252) 675-4245 will put us in touch, day or night.
The fall can be a bit of a mystery in Morehead City and the coastal areas nearby. You may have the air conditioner going one week and be at the thermostat to put some warmth in the house the next. Such back-and-forth is hard on your equipment. We put together these tips for our neighbors so their system can make the transition without issue.
The Case for Fall Maintenance
There is no better way to live than on the coast, but the salt, the humidity and the temperature changes are not kind to your heating and cooling. It makes sense to do some maintenance in the fall and put an end to minor niggles before they become major. Do it now and you will not be part of the rush to get service when all of a sudden the heat is out on the first cold night.
In truth most of what is required is straightforward, and for the rest our team is on hand to take care of it in short order.
A Few Things to Tackle on Your Own
Put aside an afternoon to see to some basics before it gets too cold. Not only will your system perform better, you may see some savings on your energy bill:
- Put in a new filter for clean, steady airflow
- See that there are no leaves or other debris about your outdoor unit
- Vents and registers should be open and unobstructed
- Turn the thermostat to heat and verify you are getting warm air
- Any rattling, banging or grinding is worth a listen
- Inspect indoor equipment for pooling water
- Confirm the outdoor unit is level and not being encroached upon by overgrowth
It does not take long and you will know where you stand. But then again, some matters require a professional.
Making a Call to a Pro
There are warning signs that say you ought to have us out before winter sets in:
- The heat is uneven from one room to the next
- Odd odours when you turn on the heat
- An inexplicable rise in your energy costs
- Short cycling of the system
- Noises that persist even with a fresh filter
- A thermostat reading at odds with the room
We have seen homeowners let it go until the heat is completely gone, which is usually on the coldest night of the year. A tune-up in the fall spares you that. Our licensed, insured technicians will have a look and put your system in good order for the months ahead.
More to Consider This Season
With the cooler weather comes its share of home issues and we are not limited to just HVAC. From Beaufort and Swansboro to New Bern, Jacksonville and Emerald Isle, we are your source for electrical, plumbing as well as heating and air conditioning on the Crystal Coast.
For those who like to plan, the Coastal Comfort Club is our paid maintenance plan that takes the chore of remembering every seasonal task off your plate. And should you be in need of a replacement or repair, we can arrange financing with approved credit.
What Sets Us Apart
Our 940 plus Google reviews at 4.8 stars are testament to the trust we have earned in this community since 2007. We are available around the clock because comfort issues are not bound by business hours. Free estimates are part of what we do.
Find us at 310 Greenfield Drive Unit A in Newport or anywhere in the region.
Do not let a cold snap be the thing that tells you your system needs some work. Make a call to Coastal Home Services at (252) 675-4245 for a fall checkup and you can face the season assured your home is in good hands.
