For the most part, residential air conditioners and furnaces don’t require constant upkeep to maintain good working order. However, there are certain things you can do to keep your system running optimally throughout the year.
Do you feel extra thirsty during the winter months? What other ways do you notice humidity affecting your comfort at home? Ask your contractor about humidity in your region and the best way to protect yourself.
When it comes to cars, we evaluate efficiency based on miles per gallon. With residential air conditioning, efficiency is measured by SEER, or Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. In effect, the higher the SEER rating, the more efficient the system will be. The U.S. recently adopted minimum SEER requirements, currently 13, and any system over 16 SEER is generally considered high efficiency. A SEER rating over 20 is in the highest efficiency group.
We asked contractors to share some advice and best practices on things other professionals can do to prepare for a home visit, manage the company reputation, and create more positive experiences with customers that lead to repeat business.
