{"id":1910,"date":"2025-08-04T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-08-04T18:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sierrapacifichome.com\/blog\/?p=1910"},"modified":"2025-08-05T12:00:31","modified_gmt":"2025-08-05T19:00:31","slug":"will-your-ac-make-it-through-the-rest-of-the-heat-this-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sierrapacifichome.com\/blog\/air-conditioning-service\/will-your-ac-make-it-through-the-rest-of-the-heat-this-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"Will Your AC Make it Through the Rest of the Heat This Summer?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>We\u2019ve already seen some sizzling days this summer\u2014and chances are, the heat isn\u2019t letting up anytime soon. If your air conditioner has been running nonstop, you might be wondering: Can it make it through the rest of the season without breaking down?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We know how hard your AC works to keep your Sacramento-area home cool. But without a few key check-ins, it could be one heatwave away from trouble. Below is our simple, late-summer AC survival checklist\u2014plus a convenient reminder to stock up on air filters directly from our website to keep your system breathing easy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sierrapacifichome.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Sierra-Pacific-will-your-ac-make-it-through-the-rest-of-the-heat-this-summer.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sierrapacifichome.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Sierra-Pacific-will-your-ac-make-it-through-the-rest-of-the-heat-this-summer-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"Technician cleaning outdoor AC unit in Sacramento backyard during late summer\" class=\"wp-image-1919\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sierrapacifichome.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Sierra-Pacific-will-your-ac-make-it-through-the-rest-of-the-heat-this-summer-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.sierrapacifichome.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Sierra-Pacific-will-your-ac-make-it-through-the-rest-of-the-heat-this-summer-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.sierrapacifichome.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Sierra-Pacific-will-your-ac-make-it-through-the-rest-of-the-heat-this-summer-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.sierrapacifichome.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Sierra-Pacific-will-your-ac-make-it-through-the-rest-of-the-heat-this-summer.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2>1. Check and Replace Your Air Filter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most important steps you can take to protect your AC is also one of the easiest: check your air filter. A dirty, clogged filter restricts airflow, forces your system to work harder, and can eventually lead to overheating or frozen coils. During heavy summer use, filters can clog much faster than you\u2019d expect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pro tip: <\/strong>Change your filter every 30 days in the summer. If it\u2019s dusty, gray, or caked with debris, it\u2019s time for a new one. It\u2019s better to change it out a little sooner than to leave it in place for too long and face repercussions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>2. Listen for Unusual Sounds<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Is your AC making new noises\u2014like banging, buzzing, rattling, or squealing? These are often early signs of worn-out components, loose parts, or electrical issues. Don\u2019t ignore them. Catching the problem now could help you avoid a breakdown during the next triple-digit heatwave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>3. Feel the Air Coming From Your Vents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Place your hand over several vents throughout your home. Is the air cool and strong, or weak and warm? Inconsistent or warm airflow could signal:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Low refrigerant levels<\/li><li>A failing compressor<\/li><li>Clogged ducts<\/li><li>Dirty evaporator coils<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Any of these require professional attention. Let us diagnose the issue before your system gives out completely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>4. Check the Outdoor Unit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Take a quick walk outside and inspect your condenser unit. It should be free from:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Grass clippings<\/li><li>Overgrown bushes or plants<\/li><li>Dirt, leaves, and debris<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why it matters: <\/strong>Restricted airflow around the outdoor unit can reduce cooling efficiency and shorten your system\u2019s lifespan. Gently hose off the unit and clear at least 2 feet of space around it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>5. Watch Your Energy Bills<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your power bills are higher than usual\u2014and your thermostat settings haven\u2019t changed\u2014your system may be working harder than necessary. That\u2019s a red flag for underlying problems like clogged filters, dirty coils, or an aging compressor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>6. Schedule a Late-Summer Tune-Up<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your AC might seem like it\u2019s hanging in there\u2014but that doesn\u2019t mean it\u2019s operating at full strength. A professional tune-up helps catch worn-out parts, improve energy efficiency, and ensure your system is ready to finish the season strong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ll inspect, clean, and optimize your system to help it power through the last heatwaves without surprise breakdowns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Contact Sierra Pacific Home &amp; Comfort, Inc. today to schedule your <a href=\"\/contact\/send-message\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" title=\"HVAC maintenance or repair appointment \">HVAC maintenance or repair appointment<\/a>. You can always trust The Guys in the Big Red Trucks. <\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn how a few key check-ins can keep you away from heatwave trouble. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1919,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[70],"tags":[13],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sierrapacifichome.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1910"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sierrapacifichome.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sierrapacifichome.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sierrapacifichome.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sierrapacifichome.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1910"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.sierrapacifichome.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1910\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1920,"href":"https:\/\/www.sierrapacifichome.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1910\/revisions\/1920"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sierrapacifichome.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1919"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sierrapacifichome.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1910"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sierrapacifichome.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1910"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sierrapacifichome.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1910"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}