{"id":19905,"date":"2026-01-12T09:04:20","date_gmt":"2026-01-12T16:04:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/in-house\/?p=19905"},"modified":"2026-01-12T09:04:22","modified_gmt":"2026-01-12T16:04:22","slug":"keep-your-hvac-in-shape-year-round-with-these-simple-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/in-house\/tips-for-the-home\/keep-your-hvac-in-shape-year-round-with-these-simple-tips","title":{"rendered":"Keep Your HVAC in Shape Year-Round with These Simple Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Even though Phoenix homeowners may not think about their HVAC systems much during the winter, summertime heat puts these units to the test, making maintenance essential for efficiency and longevity. Regularly changing HVAC filters is crucial &#8211; make sure to replace them monthly and use the proper filter for your system. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">Elena Chrimat and Alex Williams of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/idealairaz.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Ideal Air Conditioning and Insulation<\/a><\/span>\u00a0share simple tips to ensure these systems remain long-lasting and operate at maximum efficiency year-round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/in-house\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/12090129\/close-up-heat-pump-outside-home.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"731\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-19906 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/in-house\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/12090129\/close-up-heat-pump-outside-home-1024x731.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/in-house\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/12090129\/close-up-heat-pump-outside-home-1024x731.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/in-house\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/12090129\/close-up-heat-pump-outside-home-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/in-house\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/12090129\/close-up-heat-pump-outside-home-768x548.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/in-house\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/12090129\/close-up-heat-pump-outside-home-380x271.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/in-house\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/12090129\/close-up-heat-pump-outside-home-800x571.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/in-house\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/12090129\/close-up-heat-pump-outside-home-1160x828.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/in-house\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/12090129\/close-up-heat-pump-outside-home-80x58.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/in-house\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/12090129\/close-up-heat-pump-outside-home.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Proper return sizing matters: if the returns are too small, the system works harder, increasing energy bills, reducing airflow, and shortening the system\u2019s lifespan. Choosing a filter at least three inches thick can improve airflow while reducing pressure drop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cIf the returns are undersized, the system will work harder to pull air through it and increase static pressure,\u201d Chrimat said. \u201cIncreased static pressure causes higher energy bills, lower airflow, and reduces the lifespan of the HVAC system because it makes the system work so hard.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/in-house\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/12090131\/hvac.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"686\"  height=\"572\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-19907 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 686px) 100vw, 686px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/in-house\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/12090131\/hvac.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/in-house\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/12090131\/hvac.jpg 686w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/in-house\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/12090131\/hvac-300x250.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/in-house\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/12090131\/hvac-380x317.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/in-house\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/12090131\/hvac-80x67.jpg 80w\" ><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Elena Chrimat and Alex Williams<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Homeowners should also be system savvy by keeping interior doors open and exterior doors closed while running HVAC equipment, sealing ductwork connections in the attic, and considering a programmable thermostat to prevent unnecessary operation when the home is empty. Adding insulation, especially in attics and exterior walls, can also reduce heat gain and loss, easing the system&#8217;s workload.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other helpful steps include keeping vents and registers clear of furniture or rugs, trimming trees or shrubs near outdoor condenser units to maintain airflow, and ensuring the outdoor unit is clean and free of debris. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Scheduling a professional inspection and tune-up at least once a year can catch minor issues before they become major problems, keeping your HVAC system efficient and reliable. With consistent maintenance and a few smart adjustments, Phoenix homeowners can enjoy a more energy-efficient, longer-lasting HVAC system that keeps their homes comfortable year-round. For more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/idealairaz.com\/\">idealairaz.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Keep your Phoenix home cool and energy-efficient all year with simple HVAC maintenance tips.\n","protected":false},"author":35,"featured_media":19908,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[315],"tags":[4916,5815,5620],"class_list":{"0":"post-19905","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-tips-for-the-home","8":"tag-hvac","9":"tag-ideal-air-conditioning-and-insulation","10":"tag-tips-for-the-home","11":"cs-entry","12":"cs-video-wrap"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.3 - 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