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Handling the dog days of summer

  • Writer: Bill Doar
    Bill Doar
  • Aug 5
  • 2 min read
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As the dog days of summer are upon us, we here at BCS Service Pros wanted to take a moment and share some Summer HVAC Essentials.  We’ve been serving Texans for years and specialize in Multi-Family Units as well as Apartments.  Below are 7 helpful HVAC Essentials to all landlords and property managers – feel free to share with your tenants!

 

1. Schedule a Professional Tune-Up Before Summer

  • Their preventative maintenance checklist includes cleaning condenser coils, refrigerant pressure verification, thermostat calibration, drain line clearing, and visual inspection of electrical components.

  • Scheduling a spring/pre-summer inspection helps avoid breakdowns and long technician wait times once summer heat hits peak demand.

 

2. Replace or Clean Air Filters Regularly

  • Air Solutions recommends filter inspection or replacement at least every 1–3 months, with more frequent changes in dusty or pet-friendly households.

 

3. Keep Outdoor Unit and Condenser Clear

  • Maintain at least 2 ft clearance around the outdoor condenser, remove debris, and gently hose clean the coils (with power off!)

 

4. Check and Seal Ductwork

  • Sealing leaky supply or return ducts and cleaning them when needed improves airflow and reduces energy waste.

 

5. Upgrade or Calibrate Your Thermostat

  • Installing a programmable or smart thermostat helps optimize cooling schedules while you’re away — raising the set point can save energy without sacrificing comfort.

 

6. Manage Home Heat Gain

  • Use ceiling fans (set to rotate counterclockwise), close curtains or install blackout blinds, run heat-generating appliances during cooler hours, and use lighting wisely to reduce indoor temperature and ease AC load.

 

7. Monitor Humidity Levels

  • Indoor humidity above 60% makes spaces feel hotter and can burden the HVAC system. Use exhaust fans or dehumidifiers as needed to maintain levels around 40%‑50%.

 

While these 7 HVAC essentials will certainly help make your space more comfortable, we here at BCS Service Pros would love to assist in your HVAC Maintenance.  We offer Free Estimates and look forward to hearing from you soon!

 

Mike Trombley

Owner, BCS Service Pros

 
 
 

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