The holidays are quickly approaching; gift-giving, family gatherings, and loads of holiday cheer. You don’t want to start the new year off with an unexpectedly high energy bill. Follow our HVAC tips this holiday season to better assure energy efficiency and system effectiveness.

Deep Clean
Prior to the holiday celebrations make sure to deep clean your house. A clean slate will allow your home to be as dust-free as possible, eliminating the chance of your air filter getting clogged up quickly. During your deep clean, have a strong focus on all the little nooks and crannies you may typically ignore. 

New Filter Before The New Year
If your home is going to be the celebration hub this holiday season, make sure to change your air filter before guests arrive. More dust and debris accumulate in your home as more people spend time in your house. Especially if guests bring pets, you can expect your air filter to fill up with debris faster than normal. Start your holiday season with a new air filter to assure excellent air quality and proper system functionality. Additionally, keep an eye out for your air filter in the new year as you may need to change it faster than usual.

Lower The Thermostat
More people in your home will lead to a hotter space. No need to waste energy on heating up your home when you can save on your bills and turn down the temperature. The ideal indoor home temperature during the winter months is between 20 to 22 degrees Celsius. Keep your indoor temperatures on the lower side when expecting guests over the holidays.

Be Mindful Of Holiday Decor
Decorating your home for the holiday season is exciting. But, be mindful of where you place your holiday decor. You want to make sure you don’t block any air vents or registers with your holiday decor as this could obstruct airflow. Additionally, keep flammable items away from any heat-producing systems to avoid any hazards.

Schedule An HVAC Appointment
To assure your HVAC system is running smoothly throughout the holiday season, schedule an HVAC inspection appointment with Maple Air Heating and Cooling, serving the Greater Toronto Area. Our certified technicians will assure your system is running smoothly throughout the entire season. Contact us today to book an appointment!