Summer is almost here, and in Colorado, it’s essential that your home is prepared for the weather we experience and to ensure your systems perform at their best. In this guide, we share tips on how you can prepare your home for summer.

1. Change Your Air Filters

A great first step to ensuring your HVAC system performs well and is ready for our hot weather is to clean the air filters, which can help improve airflow throughout the unit and within your home. When these filters become dirty or clogged, they will strain your system and consume more energy. Neglecting these filters will also impact your indoor air quality.

2. Check Your HVAC Vents

Another step in preparing your home for summer is to check that your vents are clean. Having clear and unobstructed vents will allow your HVAC system to perform efficiently during our hot summer days. Inspect your entire home to ensure all vents are open, allowing for proper airflow and ventilation in each room.

3. Clear Your Gutters and Drains

During the fall and winter months, mud, leaves, and other natural debris tend to build up within your home’s gutters and drains. These nice summer months are the perfect time to clean out your gutters, ensuring your home has proper drainage and avoiding future water damage. When we experience heavy rain throughout the summer, inspect your gutters to check for any leaks.

4. Sump Pump Inspection

Ensuring your sump pump operates efficiently and effectively drains water away from your home’s foundation is crucial. When your sump pump functions effectively, it helps prevent basement floods or other significant damage to your home. It is essential to inspect this system to identify any wear or tear that may prevent it from draining water efficiently.

5. Checking Your Water Pressure

Another component to check during these months is the water pressure within your plumbing system. If you are experiencing low pressure, this could result from a clogged pipe or improper functioning of the pressure regulator. To ensure this performs throughout the summer, it is essential to contact any of our technicians at Great Guys. As part of our VIP Maintenance Plan, our team will inspect your plumbing system and water pressure to ensure your home’s plumbing is adequate.

6. Inspection of Your Electrical Panel

The electrical panel within your home will be working overtime to make sure the flow of electricity is working efficiently across your entire system. All of your appliances and systems demand a higher amount of energy during this time of the year, which can lead to power surges. Before the hotter days arrive, it’s essential to have your electric panel inspected by our electricians, in case a replacement or repairs are needed.

7. Upgrading to Energy-Efficient Appliances

During the summer, many appliances such as air conditioning units, fans, and refrigerators work overtime to keep you and your home cool. If these are outdated or have not been inspected, they will consume more energy, leading to higher energy bills and potentially overloading your electrical system.

8. Preventive Maintenance

Scheduling maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems before they require major repairs is crucial. Even if all your systems appear to be functioning properly, it’s still a good idea to schedule an inspection with our technicians. This makes your home more comfortable, and energy bills seem less daunting. It gives you time before winter arrives, and if a replacement needs to take place, this is the time to do so.

The Great Guys Difference

Great Guys Colorado does it differently than any other HVAC, electrical, and plumbing company. When you become a Great Guys VIP Member, your home will enjoy the benefits of regular maintenance and inspection on your system every year. We offer member-specific promotions and discounts on after-hours/emergency fees if these arise.

Receiving this type of care in your home is beneficial for all your systems in the long run. We offer two complimentary HVAC maintenance visits, and it’s best to schedule these before your summer plans get too busy. We provide one complimentary annual electrical safety inspection. It is important to treat your home systems with the best care and service.

By preparing your home systems for summer, you will have greater peace of mind knowing that all of these are functioning correctly. This allows you to enjoy all the great summer activities in Colorado, and not worry about your home. When you choose Great Guys, you can count on regular inspections, maintenance, and upgrades. We pride ourselves on making sure all of our customers’ homes run efficiently, safely, and perform at their peak.

Don’t hesitate to wait for summer to kick in. Call us today so we can make sure your home is ready for the season!