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      • 10 Ways To Save Energy When Using Air Conditioning
      • 3 Reasons to Lower Your AC Temperature When You’re Not Home | Dales AC
      • 4 Types of Air Filters and Their Pros and Cons - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Facts You Never Knew About Freon - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Reasons to Hire an HVAC Professional for Repairs - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Signs Your Heat Pump May Need to be Replaced - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Ways Your AC Unit Can be Damaged by Rain - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • HVAC Maintenance Tips - 7 AC Maintenance Tips & Heating Tips
      • A Guide to Preparing Your HVAC System for a Storm - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Air Duct Cleaning: Is it worth the costs? - Dales Air Conditioning
      • Top 5 Air Conditioning (AC) Maintenance Benefits - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Your 2015 Summer Air Conditioning Maintenance Checklist - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • The Best Tip for Saving Money & Energy This Summer - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Why Is Your Central Air Conditioner Leaking Water - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • How AC Service and Repair Firms Can Help During Coronavirus Outbreak? - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • When Should I Do Air Conditioning Maintenance? - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 12 Ways to Stay Cool When the Air Conditioning Breaks - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 13 Reasons to Have Your Home’s Air Ducts Cleaned - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 3 Common Signs Your AC Needs Repair - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 4 Tips to Help Extend the Life of Your AC Unit - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Benefits of Upgrading Your HVAC System - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Reasons Why Your Air Conditioner Breaks Down - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Steps for Tuning Up Your AC Unit Before Summer - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 7 Signs You May Need a New Air Conditioner - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 8 Steps to Take When the Coolant’s Low in Your AC Unit - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 9 Reasons You Should Leave AC Repair to a Professional - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • A Guide to the Need for Regular AC Maintenance - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • How Does an Air Conditioner Work? - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • The Benefits of Electronic Air Cleaners - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 3 Common Causes of a Burning Smell From Your Furnace - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Check Your Heating System - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • A Guide to Air Filters and When to Change Them - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Who Else Wants to Lower Air Conditioning Costs? - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • What Goes Wrong When Your Homes Air Filter is Clogged? - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Problems Caused by Dirty Condenser Coils - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Benefits of UV Home Air Purification | Dales Air Conditioning & Heating
      • Do You Need to Recharge Your AC System’s Coolant? | Dales AC
      • A Guide to Running Your AC While on Vacation - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • A Guide to Insulating Your Attic - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • A Guide to the Different Types of Insulation - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • A Guide to Cleaning and Maintaining Your AC Unit - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Common AC Vent Odors & How to Identify Them - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Top 5 Air Conditioning (AC) Maintenance Benefits - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Steps for Tuning Up Your AC Unit Before Summer - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Why Closing Air Vents can Do More Harm Than Good - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Congress Has Retroactively Extended the HVAC Tax Credits for 2013
      • Effects of COVID-19 on HVAC Companies - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
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5 Steps for Tuning Up Your AC Unit Before Summer

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5 Steps for Tuning Up Your AC Unit Before Summer

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When the summer is about to hit, it’s a good idea to make sure that your central air conditioner’s in good working order. The good news is that there are things that you can do yourself to help your air conditioner to work well.​
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Before you start any of the steps below, turn the air conditioner’s power off by using your fuse box’s breaker or its emergency switch.

​1. Get a new filter

This is something that should be done each month anyway, but it’s a good idea when you are getting ready for summer.
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​2. Check your drain pipe

This is the pipe which is draining the condensed water from the furnace, heat pump, or air conditioner. If this drain is clogged, it can cause the water to go onto your furnace room’s floor. The manual that came with the system is going to tell you how you can do this.
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​3. Check ductwork seals

If the ductworks are going above drop ceilings or through your attic, ensure that they’re still airtight. If the ducts are leaking, it can mean that you’re losing 20% of that air you are paying for cooling your house. If they are leaking, use metal tape or mastic sealant. Seal those connections where the registers and vents are meeting your walls, floors, and ceiling.
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​4. Clean Your Outdoor Condenser

Vacuum your condenser’s exterior grill gently, and be careful that you’re not bending its fins. Remove its fan cover, then vacuum the unit’s inside so that you’re ridding it of animals or plants that got in throughout the winter. Replace its fan cover and cut back any plants in two feet of your unit.
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​5. Put in a thermostat you can program

This is one of the best ways that you can save money. If you have an old thermostat with a lever or dial, it may have mercury in it, so recycle it safely.
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​Conclusion

Once you have done all of these steps, you can turn the power on again, but don’t turn your AC on immediately. Wait 15 minutes so that it can reset. If you had the AC power off for over four hours, it’s best to wait 24 hours before you turn your system on again.
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​Bonus tip: Check refrigerant levels (professional only)

Another item that you want to do, although it’s good to hire a HVAC professional for doing, is to check your system’s refrigerant levels. If you don’t have a enough or you have too much in the system, it can reduce the energy efficiency of your air conditioning system. Once you have done all of these steps, you will find that your air conditioner is running a lot better and that you are comfortable during the summertime.
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​Need Help? Talk to An Expert!

​Our goal is to help educate our HVAC customers in the Port Charlotte and Charlotte County, Florida area about energy and home comfort issues (specific to HVAC, Heating and Air Conditioning systems).
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If you are contemplating having your air conditioning repaired, Contact Dales Heating and Air Conditioning by calling (941) 629-1712 or by filling out our secure Contact Form.
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Air Conditioning Service Area
    • Angies List Super Service Award Winner
  • Products
    • Rheem Air Conditioning & Heating Units
    • Ultraviolet Home Air Sanitizer
  • Services
    • A/C Maintenance
    • A/C Replacement & Installation
    • A/C Repair
    • Indoor Air Quality
    • Air Duct Cleaning
    • Attic Insulation
    • Electronic Air Cleaning
  • Testimonials
    • I am...very Happy with my electric bill!
    • On time and very professional
    • Extremely responsive and reasonably priced
    • Very helpful in correcting my air conditioning problem
    • The representatives were very professional
    • A/C tech was on time very knowledgeable
  • Locations
    • North Port, FL
    • Port Charlotte, FL
    • Punta Gorda, FL
    • Englewood, FL
    • Venice, FL
    • DeSoto County, FL
    • Charlotte County, FL
    • Rotonda West, FL
    • South Venice, FL
    • Venice Gardens, FL
    • Laurel, FL
    • Southeast Arcadia, FL
    • Warm Mineral Springs, FL
    • Suncoast Estates, FL
    • Cleveland, FL
    • Charlotte Park, FL
  • Resources
    • HVAC Blogs >
      • 10 Ways To Save Energy When Using Air Conditioning
      • 3 Reasons to Lower Your AC Temperature When You’re Not Home | Dales AC
      • 4 Types of Air Filters and Their Pros and Cons - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Facts You Never Knew About Freon - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Reasons to Hire an HVAC Professional for Repairs - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Signs Your Heat Pump May Need to be Replaced - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Ways Your AC Unit Can be Damaged by Rain - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • HVAC Maintenance Tips - 7 AC Maintenance Tips & Heating Tips
      • A Guide to Preparing Your HVAC System for a Storm - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Air Duct Cleaning: Is it worth the costs? - Dales Air Conditioning
      • Top 5 Air Conditioning (AC) Maintenance Benefits - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Your 2015 Summer Air Conditioning Maintenance Checklist - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • The Best Tip for Saving Money & Energy This Summer - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Why Is Your Central Air Conditioner Leaking Water - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • How AC Service and Repair Firms Can Help During Coronavirus Outbreak? - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • When Should I Do Air Conditioning Maintenance? - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 12 Ways to Stay Cool When the Air Conditioning Breaks - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 13 Reasons to Have Your Home’s Air Ducts Cleaned - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 3 Common Signs Your AC Needs Repair - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 4 Tips to Help Extend the Life of Your AC Unit - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Benefits of Upgrading Your HVAC System - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Reasons Why Your Air Conditioner Breaks Down - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Steps for Tuning Up Your AC Unit Before Summer - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 7 Signs You May Need a New Air Conditioner - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 8 Steps to Take When the Coolant’s Low in Your AC Unit - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 9 Reasons You Should Leave AC Repair to a Professional - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • A Guide to the Need for Regular AC Maintenance - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • How Does an Air Conditioner Work? - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • The Benefits of Electronic Air Cleaners - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 3 Common Causes of a Burning Smell From Your Furnace - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Check Your Heating System - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • A Guide to Air Filters and When to Change Them - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Who Else Wants to Lower Air Conditioning Costs? - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • What Goes Wrong When Your Homes Air Filter is Clogged? - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Problems Caused by Dirty Condenser Coils - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Benefits of UV Home Air Purification | Dales Air Conditioning & Heating
      • Do You Need to Recharge Your AC System’s Coolant? | Dales AC
      • A Guide to Running Your AC While on Vacation - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • A Guide to Insulating Your Attic - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • A Guide to the Different Types of Insulation - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • A Guide to Cleaning and Maintaining Your AC Unit - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Common AC Vent Odors & How to Identify Them - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Top 5 Air Conditioning (AC) Maintenance Benefits - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Steps for Tuning Up Your AC Unit Before Summer - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Why Closing Air Vents can Do More Harm Than Good - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Congress Has Retroactively Extended the HVAC Tax Credits for 2013
      • Effects of COVID-19 on HVAC Companies - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
    • Gallery
    • Specials
    • A/C Buying Guide
    • A/C Tips
    • Financing
    • Community Events >
      • Dale's and the Salvation Army will be supporting a Port Charlotte Family
      • Y's Men's Club Charlotte County Challenge
      • Dale's Air Conditioning Proudly Supports Voices for Kids
      • The Fred Lang Foundation: A Summer Night in India 2015
    • Awards >
      • We Earned the Angies List Super Service Award
      • Best Of Charlotte
  • Contact Us