Tips and Tricks for Maintaining Your HVAC, Electrical and Plumbing Systems

At Aqua Plumbing & Air, we aim to deliver not only quality service but also useful advice to ensure the smooth running of your home systems. Learning the basic do-it-yourself tips for maintenance can save you from spending unnecessarily on minor glitches. And while we’re always here for your major repair needs, knowing the basics of your HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems can help things run more efficiently between services.

Dependable HVAC Tips

1. Change Your Air Filters: Replacing the filters of your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system regularly can improve system efficiency.

2. Clean Your Outdoor Unit: Remove debris and trim foliage around your outdoor unit to facilitate air flow and minimize system strain.

3. Schedule Regular Maintenance: Regular professional check-ups help catch small issues before they become significant problems.

Essential Electrical Tips

1. Know Your Panel: Familiarize yourself with your home electrical panel. Know where it is located and how to shut it off if necessary.

2. Circuit Load: Avoid overloading your circuits with too many devices. Overloading can lead to frequent tripping, weakening your electrical system and possibly causing fires.

3. GFCI Outlets: Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) outlets are essential for any wet location in your home.

Handy Plumbing Tips

1. Know Your Valves: Be familiar with the location of the shut-off valves of your water supply. In the event of a leak, you will need to quickly turn these valves off.

2. Don’t Ignore Leaks: Even minor leaks can trigger significant issues over time, including water waste, high utility bills, and structural damage.

3. Be Careful of What Goes Down: Not everything is meant for your drain. Avoid oils, grease, and hard food particles in your garbage disposal.

While these tips can help you maintain your systems, don’t hesitate to call for professional help when the situation is beyond your understanding or control. At Aqua Plumbing & Air, we offer service contracts to provide the dependable HVAC, electrical, and plumbing services you need, when you need them.