Your Homeowner's Summertime Maintenance Checklist

They say an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, and that’s certainly true if you’re thinking of summer home maintenance. If getting your AC ready for summer or checking your plumbing now means you don’t miss a beach day later, it’s worth it! This summer maintenance checklist covers the basics of preparing your home for the heat, so you don’t have to sweat the common summer HVAC problems and plumbing disasters that could ruin your day.

For expert home maintenance advice, trust the local pros at Advanced Air Home Services. Here’s what you need to know!

Our Best Summer Home Maintenance Tips

Before you turn off the heat and fire up the AC for the season, run through our summertime checklist to ensure all of your home’s core systems are in excellent condition. Increased electricity use, high temperatures, and other factors put extra strain on your home’s HVAC, plumbing, and electrical equipment.

We’ve divided up our summertime checklist according to each system.

HVAC Maintenance for Summer

Your home’s air conditioning system can make or break your summer, so in Central Florida, summer is the perfect time to take a closer look at your equipment. Preventative maintenance goes a long way toward reducing the risk of unexpected issues!

Replace your air filter: To ensure clean, healthy indoor air,swap out your air filter every one to three months. It’s usually a good idea to replace your filter more frequently if you have spring or summer allergies from tree or grass pollen.
Schedule AC service: Schedule an appointment with Advanced Air Home Services to get your AC ready for summer now. Most homeowners schedule routine maintenance at least once a year.
Clear the outdoor unit: If you have central air conditioning, inspect the outdoor condenser unit for debris and obstructions. Clear away leaves, branches, weeds, or sticks that may restrict air flow.

These simple steps for getting an AC unit ready for summer can prevent common summer HVAC problems like frozen evaporator coils, dirty condenser coils, or refrigerant leaks.

Summer Plumbing Maintenance Checklist

Long, cold winters often cause hard-to-find leaks or other issues. Spring and summer are ideal opportunities to spot and resolve leaks and equipment problems.

Check for leaks: Inspect faucets, showerheads, and toilets for leaks. Listen for drips and look for water stains or other visible signs of water damage. Don’t forget about appliances; check beneath and behind your dishwasher, washing machine, and refrigerator, too.
Inspect your water heater: In addition to leaks, make sure your water heater doesn’t have signs of damage, such as bent valves, discoloration or rust, or sediment buildup. The best way to check for sediment is to listen for rumbling when water is running anywhere in the house.

You can prevent summer plumbing problems by rinsing off sandy feet outside and keeping outdoor water use in check. Avoid using too much water at the same time, such as washing clothes while watering the lawn, to reduce strain on your pipes.

Summer Electrical Maintenance Checklist

Since virtually all forms of air conditioning use electricity, you can anticipate higher electric bills right in line with rising temperatures. In addition to improving energy efficiency, make sure your wiring and outlets can stand the heat.

Test your GFCI circuit interrupters (GFCIs): Press the “test” button on allGFCI outlets to make sure it trips. This will cause the “reset” button to pop up. If it works, simply press the reset button again to restore power to the outlet. If a GFCI outlet doesn’t trip, contact Advanced Air Home Services for replacement.
Inspect outlets and switches: Check for cracks, loose plates, or signs of damage. If you notice evidence of melting, smoke marks, or other issues, stop using the outlet and contact an electrician.
Examine outdoor outlets and lighting: Especially if you haven’t used exterior electrical components since last summer, inspect outdoor components for damage. Clear any vegetation that might grow near outlets.

Always rely on a trained and experienced technician to repair damaged or broken electrical outlets, circuits, or infrastructure. The electricians at Advanced Air Home Services are available 24/7 to keep you and your family safe.

Smart Summer Home Maintenance Tips

Here are a few more accessible ways to prepare for summer at home.

Switch your ceiling fan direction: Take a moment to reverse your ceiling fan direction to counterclockwise to cool down spaces efficiently!
Tidy up the lawn: Trim trees and brush away from your home, remove dead plants and weeds, and pick up any sticks. This will make mowing easier.
Look for pests and rodents: Inspect the outside of your home for signs of insect damage or pest infestation.

Here’s To a Stress-Free Summer

Enjoy a stress-free summer by taking care of these common summer maintenance basics. For HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services in Central Florida, count on the highly trained team at Advanced Air Home Services. We’re proud to offer reliable home services to our thriving community.