Texas HVAC Maintenance Checklist: How to Prepare Your AC for Summer and Your HVAC System for Winter

Texas weather can put your HVAC system through a lot. From long stretches of triple-digit heat in the summer to sudden freezes in the winter, your heating and cooling system needs to be ready for whatever the weather brings.

The best way to avoid unexpected breakdowns and keep your HVAC system operating efficiently is to stay ahead of routine maintenance.

Whether you're preparing your AC for a Texas summer or getting your heating system ready for winter, this seasonal HVAC maintenance checklist can help you know what to do yourself and when to call a professional.

Spring HVAC Maintenance Checklist: Prepare Your AC for Summer

Spring is the ideal time to prepare your air conditioner for the demanding cooling season ahead. Don't wait until temperatures reach the 90s—or until your AC stops working—to discover there's a problem.

• Replace or check your air filter

• Clear leaves, grass, and debris from around the outdoor AC unit

• Maintain adequate clearance around the condenser

• Clean the outdoor condenser coil as appropriate

• Check the condensate drain line

• Schedule a professional Forrest Air tune-up

Fall HVAC Maintenance Checklist: Prepare for Winter

While Texas is known for its hot summers, winter weather can still bring freezing temperatures and unexpected cold snaps. Fall is the perfect time to make sure your heating system is ready before you need it.

• Test your heating system before the first cold front

• Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors

• Replace detector batteries as needed

• Keep the area around your furnace and heating equipment clear

• Schedule professional Forrest Air heating maintenance if needed

Whether you need AC maintenance in the spring or heating service before winter, Forrest Air is here to help homeowners throughout Weatherford, Aledo, Hudson Oaks, Willow Park, Benbrook, Brock, Granbury, and Fort Worth.

Want to make sure your HVAC system is ready for the season? Contact Forrest Air today to schedule your maintenance service.