Summer AC Tips to Keep You Cool

The Minnesota weather gets hot, but summer AC maintenance will keep you cool and comfortable all season. Taking time to make sure your air conditioning system works smoothly and efficiently also can reduce breakdowns, extend the life of your system and lower your monthly power bills.

Here, the professionals at Ditter Cooling, Heating & Electrical will share the most important AC tips for summer.

Summer heat can push your cooling system to its limits, which makes regular AC maintenance more important than ever. Follow these AC efficiency tips to keep your bills low and your home cool:

The biggest thing homeowners can do to keep their air conditioner working at peak efficiency is to schedule an annual AC tune-up with a professional HVAC technician. Your air conditioner works hard to keep you cool in the hot, humid Minnesota summers—causing wear and tear, inefficiencies and loose connections. During one of our AC maintenance calls, a trained cooling specialist team conducts a thorough inspection of your air conditioner—cleaning dirty parts, tightening connections, lubricating as needed and looking for brewing problems.

It gives you peace of mind, helps prolong the life of your air conditioner and the efficiency boost can even help reduce your monthly power bills.

In addition to scheduling a tune-up, checking and replacing your air conditioner air filter when it’s dirty is a big boost for your AC unit. Filters remove and trap dust, pet dander and other contaminants from your air. This debris can clog the filter, causing your air conditioner to strain to pull air through the blockages. This strain can damage your system, causing breakdowns, inefficiencies and even shortening its service life. We recommend checking filters monthly and changing every 60-90 days, or more frequently if household members have allergies or pets live in the home.

Many people know to clean winter debris away from their outdoor AC unit in the spring, but this equipment should remain clear of obstructions all year. The condenser releases heat from your home through its coils, which release heat to help cool your home. Make sure the coils are free of lawn clippings, dirt, twigs, fallen leaves and other debris that can block heat release.

Every so often, it’s a good idea to check your thermostat settings. The air conditioner runs based on the thermostat, so an incorrectly set thermostat can cause comfort issues and run up your power bill. Make sure your thermostat is set to “cool” and at your desired temperature. If you have a smart thermostat, consider programming it with custom temperatures based on when you’re home and away.

Many of today’s thermostats also have lock features, allowing you to block others from changing the settings—either accidentally or on purpose.

Make air conditioning maintenance convenient and even more affordable by signing up for Ditter’s HVAC maintenance plan. In addition to all the benefits of an annual AC tune-up, you also enjoy cost-saving perks like priority scheduling and discounts on parts, repairs and after-hours service calls.

Homeowners count on Ditter for dependable, high-quality air conditioning maintenance that keeps their systems running efficiently. With decades of experience in the community, we make it easy to stay cool and save energy. Whether you need an AC tune-up or fast repairs, Ditter delivers reliable results.

Here’s why so many customers call Ditter when they need the best HVAC maintenance in Mound:

• Expert technicians with extensive experience in AC maintenance, repair and installation
• Trusted for thorough AC tune-up services that reduce costly breakdowns
• Wide service area in Mound and many other Twin Cities communities

Beat the heat and stay comfortable all season with AC maintenance. Schedule your appointment with Ditter by calling 763-200-5055 today!