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Chattanooga AC & Heat Pump Calendar

A month-by-month AC and heat pump checklist for the Tennessee Valley, where summers run hot and humid and winters are mostly mild.

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January

Winter

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Check that heat pump defrost works normally.
Change the filter.
Test CO alarms.

February

Coldest stretch

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Clear snow from the outdoor unit if it falls.
Keep backup heat in mind on cold days.
Note any problems for spring.

March

Spring arrives

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Book an AC tune-up. See AC maintenance.
Clear winter debris from the outdoor unit.
Flush the condensate drain.

April

Pollen season

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Rinse pollen off the outdoor coil, power off.
Change the filter.
Switch to cool when needed.

May

Warming up

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Check the crawl space for water after rains.
Set the fan to Auto.
Trim plants away from the unit.

June

Summer heat

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Close west-facing blinds in the afternoon.
Change the filter.
Watch for water near the indoor unit.

July

Peak heat

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Check filters monthly.
Keep the outdoor unit clear.
Book a repair if the AC runs nonstop.

August

Hot and humid

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Check for musty smells and humidity.
Look at ducts in the crawl space.
Change the filter.

September

Late summer

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Plan any replacement for fall.
Flush the drain line.
Check thermostat batteries.

October

Fall

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Book a heat pump or furnace check.
Test CO alarms.
Clear leaves from the outdoor unit.

November

Wet season begins

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Switch to heat.
Check downspouts drain away from the unit.
Change the filter.

December

Holidays

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Keep vents clear of furniture and decorations.
Watch for ice on the outdoor unit.
Note problems for spring.

This calendar is general guidance. Switch off power at the disconnect before cleaning around the outdoor unit, and leave gas, electrical and refrigerant work to a licensed contractor.

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