Our appliances do a lot of heavy lifting within our home, and the complete failure of one of these devices can cause chaos in the household. From dirty clothes before an important event to spoiled food rotting in a broken fridge, avoiding these headaches is in everyone’s best interest. Therefore, one of your top priorities should be prolonging the lifespan of your household appliances. We love finding ways to improve the efficiency of your home and its electrical systems, so continue reading to learn precisely how proper care of your appliances can benefit you.
Why Is Appliance Care So Important?
As previously stated, the worst-case scenario for your appliances is a complete and total failure that requires a replacement. However, not only do well-cared-for appliances work longer, they operate more efficiently, saving you time and energy in monthly bills. Proper care can also reduce the need for part repairs, an incremental cost that increases gradually over the appliance’s lifetime.
Different appliances will also benefit differently from your cleanings and maintenance. For example:
Your cleaning appliances, such as dishwashers and laundry machines, are used multiple times a week and consume large amounts of power and water. Not to mention, they clean your eating utensils and clothes, so improving their output should be a top priority. You should replace any filters in all large cleaning appliances after a few months of use. Often, your appliance manufacturer will have instructions on running a cleaning cycle involving running an empty load with hot water and a cleaning solution.
Your dryer should have its lint filters cleaned after every use to increase efficiency and reduce fire risks, and your wall-connected vents can be cleaned as part of a yearly maintenance cycle to prevent further lint accumulation. These steps all lead to the end goal of cleaner products and more efficient usage of water and electricity.
Your refrigerator is arguably the most essential appliance in your home, and you should treat it as such. By cleaning your fridge often, you can ensure that any buildup of bacteria or mold growth is hampered before it develops into a health concern for you and your family. It is recommended that your fridge be deep cleaned every two or three months, which involves the removal of all food products and a general cleaning agent, such as baking soda, to be wiped onto all surfaces. To go the extra mile, you can turn off your fridge to safely access the heating and cooling components. By removing dust accumulation and buildup, you will improve the energy efficiency of your refrigerator and accumulate savings over the appliance’s lifetime.
Your HVAC system probably gets a lot of work if you live here in Sarasota. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, homeowners in Florida spend up to 27% of their total home energy expenditures on their AC cooling. Finding small ways to lessen this total can eventually lead to a large chunk of change in your pocket. At the most basic level, changing your air filters on a routine basis will improve the system’s efficiency and keep you and your family breathing in healthier air. If you live in a single-family home and have access to your outdoor AC unit, cleaning the fan of any debris and leaves can ensure maximum efficiency at all times of the year.
Your AC unit might need more extensive cleaning, or you might notice that your electric bill is climbing despite preventative care measures. Your underlying electric connections, such as the wiring or 240V outlets, might be to blame.
Call us at Promise Electric to conduct an electrical assessment and help you with all your electrical contracting needs.
