Healthy Homes & Home Performance - Heating and Cooling Systems

Here are the top 5 things to know about your heating and cooling system.

1. Replace your filter regularly, about every 3 months depending on use

2. Get it serviced about once a year to ensure it is operating efficiently

3. Make sure any ductwork is sealed and insulated

4. Ensure vegetation isn’t overgrown around outside unit

5. Consider replacing after 15-20 years (or sooner to take advantage of newer efficient systems!)

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Healthy Homes & Home Performance Overview

How do healthy homes and home performance intersect? In this series of posts and videos, we will cover topics including indoor air quality, ventilation, space heating and cooling systems, water heating, air sealing, insulation and appliances. You will learn what things you might want to DIY and when it might be best to hire a contractor.