Getting Through an Ark-La-Tex August
Short answer: book a spring tune-up, change filters often, keep the outdoor unit clear and set the thermostat steady rather than cranking it down. On the hottest afternoons, a healthy AC may run almost nonstop, and that's normal.
Request an HVAC technicianSpring tune-up
Clean coils and check refrigerant before May.
Filters
Change monthly in peak season.
Outdoor unit
Keep two feet of clearance.
Thermostat
Set it and leave it; big swings make the AC work harder.
Shade
Blinds on west and south windows cut afternoon heat.
Attic
Insulation and ventilation keep the attic from overheating ducts.
Ceiling fans
Let you set the thermostat higher.
Frozen lines
Turn off and call if you see ice.
Drain lines
Flush the condensate drain in early summer.
Heat waves
Expect long run times; call if the house won't hold temperature.
Older systems
Plan a replacement before the old unit fails in July.
Next
See AC repair.
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