AC Tips to help you avoid Some Major Expenses
Shreveport summers do not ease into the season. One week it feels fine, then you wake up and your AC is running nonstop. A little maintenance now can help you dodge the two things nobody wants in July: a hot house and a wet ceiling.
Clean the Condensate Drain Line
Your system pulls humidity out of the air and sends that water out through a small PVC drain line. In Shreveport’s humidity, that line can grow algae and clog, which can back water up into the drain pan and sometimes overflow.
A common routine is turning the system off, pouring a small amount of distilled white vinegar into the drain line access, letting it sit, then flushing with water. Some homeowners use bleach instead, but manufacturers and HVAC companies can differ on what they recommend based on system materials, so it is worth checking your manual or asking your HVAC provider before you pour anything in…