Spring Cleaning Tips All Homeowners Should Be Doing

Owning a home is a great privilege, especially these days. While that comes with a great deal of pride, it also comes with a great deal of responsibility.

Spring is the perfect time to clear out unnecessary clutter and do a maintenance check on some of the most important systems and appliances in your home. But you should not wait for spring alone to stay on top of things. Many of these tasks belong on a regular rotation throughout the year to save you time, money, and headaches down the road.

Replace Your HVAC Filters

Checking and replacing your HVAC filter on a regular schedule is one of the most important things a homeowner can do. The system runs year-round, filters the air your family breathes, and quietly degrades in performance the moment a filter gets clogged.

One important distinction: most household HVAC filters are disposable and should be replaced, not cleaned and reused. Vacuuming or dusting a standard disposable filter damages its fibers and reduces filtration effectiveness. The only exception is a permanent or washable filter, which will be clearly labeled as such.