The lifespan of most home appliances depends on use and maintenance.
If you take good care of your HVAC equipment and use it properly, it will last long. It will also work at its optimum efficiency most of its life. Therefore, you should have an HVAC maintenance routine to keep your HVAC system in good shape. Some of the periodic maintenance you should carry out on your unit includes a regular air filter change. You should also clean the outer part of your HVAC units regularly. Diagnose the visible parts of your outdoor unit for rust and damages from rodents and weather. While at it, you should clear the area surrounding your outdoor unit to ensure air flows easily into your outdoor unit. When you change your filters, use high-quality and correct sizes of filters. More importantly, have a spring and fall HVAC maintenance checklist to use when wintering or preparing your HVAC system for winter and summer, respectively. Clean your HVAC unit’s return air ducts. As you do this, you should check the insulation of your air conditioner’s pipe. Pay close attention to your HVAC system’s ductwork. Inspect them for leaks and blockages. Fix all the leaks using duct tape. Call an HVAC technician to inspect your HVAC equipment’s wiring since faulty wiring could cause accidental HVAC fire. If you have a furnace, the HVAC repairman should also check for cracks on your system. Cracks often lead to natural gas and carbon monoxide leaks. These gases are not only harmful to your health but are also a danger to your property.