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Sarasota AC Care Calendar

A month-by-month AC checklist for Sarasota County homes, written for long, humid summers, the wet season, hurricane months and mild winters.

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January

Cool season

0 of 3 done

Check heat pump heating on cool mornings.
Change the filter.
Test smoke and CO alarms.

February

Dry season

0 of 3 done

Book a spring tune-up early.
Why it matters
Before the heat builds.
Rinse the outdoor coil gently.
Why it matters
Power off first.
Clear plants from around the unit.

March

Warming up

0 of 3 done

Change the filter.
Flush the drain line or have it serviced.
Test cooling on a warm day.

April

Getting hot

0 of 3 done

Have the AC tuned up. See maintenance.
Check thermostat settings and batteries.
Close blinds on hot afternoons.

May

Hot and humid

0 of 3 done

Check the filter monthly from now on.
Watch for water near the air handler.
Plan for hurricane season. See hurricane guide.

June

Hurricane season starts

0 of 3 done

Make sure the outdoor unit is anchored.
Ask about surge protection.
Keep the fan on Auto for humidity.

July

Peak heat

0 of 3 done

Change the filter.
Check drain line outlet is clear.
Note any weak airflow rooms.

August

Peak heat

0 of 3 done

Rinse salt off the outdoor coil.
Check for musty smells.
Keep vents unblocked.

September

Storm season

0 of 3 done

After storms, inspect the outdoor unit before running.
Change the filter.
Check humidity indoors.

October

Storm season

0 of 3 done

Check for storm damage.
Plan replacements for the cooler months.
Flush the drain line.

November

Cooling off

0 of 3 done

Test heat mode on a heat pump.
Change the filter.
Book any replacement now.
Why it matters
Shorter waits than summer.

December

Cool season

0 of 3 done

Check heat strips aren't running constantly.
Set humidity plan if leaving the home.
Clear leaves from the outdoor unit.

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

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