HVAC Winter Checklist for New Cincinnati Home

Congratulations on your new Cincinnati home! As you begin to unpack and settle in to your new home, take some time to look over your HVAC system and run through this checklist. A small amount of time spent on researching your new homes system could save a lot of time and money in the long run. Here is an HVAC system checklist to help you evaluate your system and make sure your home is comfortable throughout the year, especially in the winter.

1. Evaluate Previous Owners Maintenance and Ask Question

Evaluate how well the previous owner maintained and cared for your HVAC system. Check to see if there is documentation that the previous owner scheduled regular maintenance. Ask the former owner questions in order to determine how old the system is and when the system was installed. Also find out if there is an active warranty or service plan. All of these answers are key to making sure your system runs at peak performance.

2. Review Home Inspection Evaluation

Take the necessary time to review the home inspection evaluation for issues that need to be addressed. Although this can often times be helpful information, be aware that not all home inspectors are thorough or knowledgeable enough about HVAC equipment to be of great help. It’s best to schedule a heating and cooling specialist to identify repairs or problems with your system. Contract Nelson Comfort, an expert in HVAC system care in the Cincinnati community.

3. Change Air Filters

As soon as you move in, make changing your air filters in your new home a priority. As homeowners prepare to sell their home and move, simple tasks such as changing an air filter can often be forgotten. There’s no guarantee when the filter was last changed especially if the house has sat for a long period of time. A new, clean filter will improve your heating and cooling capabilities of your HVAC system as well as provide clean air to breathe especially those concerned about environmental irritants or allergies.

4. Conduct a Room by Room Inspection

As you walk throughout your new Cincinnati home, conduct a room by room inspection. Evaluate the temperature and moisture level in each room. If temperatures vary greatly between rooms or some rooms feel stuffy then your HVAC system may not be running at optimal performance. Schedule an HVAC specialist to thoroughly evaluate your home.

5. Evaluate Your Landscaping

Be sure to conduct an inspection of your outdoor AC unit. A system that is clogged or covered with dirt, debris, foliage and branches cannot run efficiently. The outdoor part of your HVAC system is usually the most expensive part of the system. As a result, maintaining this system properly will save money and can be done easily in most cases.

6. Find a Local HVAC Company for HVAC Winter Checklist

Find an HVAC company in your new Cincinnati community and schedule a maintenance inspection. Have your system checked seasonally. For a trusted locally owned and operated HVAC company in Cincinnati, contact Nelson Comfort and let us take care of all of your HVAC winter checklist needs.

When you move into your new Cincinnati home, make your HVAC a priority to check. Use this helpful checklist to evaluate what is going on with your system and prepare for the coming year. Most of all, find a local HVAC company like Nelson Comfort in Cincinnati to perform an inspection and seasonal maintenance in your new home.

About The Author

Dan Detmer

Dan Detmer is the owner of Nelson Comfort. Dan was born into the heating and cooling industry, coming from a family of well respected HVAC contractors in Dayton, Ohio. After working in the family business, Dan decided to work for a local HVAC wholesale business helping local contractors grow their business. When he felt his heart moving him back into the residential and light commercial business, Dan joined the Mortimer Heating & Cooling team in Cincinnati, where he had called home and become part of the community for several years. After a short period of time Dan purchased the company and created what is today, Nelson Comfort. Today he operates a company based on integrity, honesty, and stellar customer service. If you have any questions feel free to tweet (at sign) NelsonComfort and we will get right back with you!