The HVAC Survival Guide for Texas Homeowners
If you’ve lived in Texas for more than FIVE minutes, you know the weather has a personality disorder.
One week you’re blasting the AC, the next you’re wondering if your pipes will freeze. Your HVAC system doesn’t get a break, and neither should your maintenance routine.
Here’s how to keep it running all year long…
Winter: Keep the Heat Coming
Texas winters might be short, but when it’s cold, it’s COLD. This is not the time to find out your heater ain’t working.
What to do
Swap out your filter so your system can breathe.
Make sure vents aren’t blocked by furniture.
Check your thermostat settings. Yeppp, “heat” has to be on.
Schedule a quick tune-up before a cold snap hits.
Pro Tip: Don’t wait until your living room feels like a meat locker. A quick check now can save you from emergency space heaters later.
Spring: The Great Reset
Ah, spring in Texas. Pollen, humidity, and the first hint of summer heat. Time to give your HVAC a little TLC before it gets SLAMMED.
What to do
Replace your filter (yes, again). Pollen clogs everything, folks. EVERYTHING!
Clear debris and leaves from around your outdoor unit.
Run your AC for a few minutes to make sure it’s actually cooling.
Have your refrigerant and coils checked.
Pro Tip: Don’t wait for the first 100-degree day to realize your AC isn’t working. Test early and save yourself from sweating.
Summer: Survival Mode
Summer in Texas can push any HVAC system to the limit. Staying on top of maintenance is the key to keeping your home comfortable.
What to do
Change filters monthly. Stop making excuses. Stop it RIGHT MEOW.
Keep blinds closed during the hottest hours to reduce indoor heat.
Don’t set the thermostat extremely low; it won’t cool faster, it’ll just strain your system.
Make sure your outdoor unit has plenty of airflow and isn’t blocked by plants or debris.
Pro Tip: If your system is running constantly and your house still feels too warm, call your Heritage Air Services PRO before things get worse.
Fall: The Cool-Down Checkup
Fall is short-lived in Texas, but it’s the perfect time to reset before winter shows up.
What to do
Replace the filter (you knew this one was coming).
Dust off vents and ducts.
Test your heat before you actually need it.
Book your annual tune-up to catch small issues early.
Pro Tip: Fall maintenance is like your HVAC’s annual checkup. A little attention now keeps bigger problems away later.
The Year-Round Bottom Line
Texas weather doesn’t make sense, but your HVAC care can. Stay on top of the basics each season, and your system will reward you with fewer breakdowns, lower bills, and year-round comfort.
And if things start making weird noises or smells, don’t stress, this ain't something you need to handle on your own. Call Heritage Air Services. We’ve got you covered and have your back.
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