HVAC Tips for New Homeowners

Just bought your new home? Whether it is your first or your fourth, it pays to be familiar with the units responsible for the comfort levels in your home. Here are tips to keep your HVAC system working optimally.

Register your new HVAC system

Moving into a new home is exciting, but don't rest on your new HVAC warranty — you have 60 days from installation to register it. Your warranty covers the cost of parts that fail due to manufacturer defect (but not the labor to repair them — and even less if you don't register). If AryCo installed your system, we can point you to the quick registration link.

Recognize the importance of preventive maintenance

Now that you are in charge, give preventive maintenance the attention it deserves. Prioritize these DIY tasks:

• Change the air filter every 30 to 60 days
• Gently hose down the outdoor unit and trim back vegetation to improve airflow
• Keep all air registers open to maintain proper system balance

Then schedule annual maintenance for each HVAC unit. A professional inspection once a year delivers energy savings, fewer breakdowns, lower repair bills, improved comfort, a longer system life span, and peace of mind.

Watch for signs of trouble

• Excessive noise: squealing, rattling, clanking, or banging can be a cry for help
• Comfort or air-quality issues: uneven temperatures, humidity problems, stuffy rooms, or musty odors
• Poor energy efficiency: mysteriously rising bills
• Old age: furnaces last about 15 years; ACs and heat pumps about a decade
• Ice formation: blocks or sheets of ice mean it is time to call a specialist

Hire a licensed company

Don't wait until your system needs repairs to find a reliable provider. AryCo has dedicatedly served the residents of Wise and Montague County for over 40 years. We look forward to becoming your trusted HVAC specialist.