Post Last Updated June 25, 2025
Monsoon season in Phoenix, AZ brings heavy rain, frequent thunderstorms, sudden shifts in temperature and dust storms. If you’re not proactive, all these things can impact your HVAC system, leading to system strain, electrical problems and wear and tear.
It’s important that you can rely on your HVAC system throughout the monsoon season, which is why we recommend scheduling an annual inspection with our team at Cool Zone Air Conditioning & Heating. This is a good opportunity for us to check important components and provide routine heater and AC maintenance and repairs.
The Importance of Changing Your HVAC Filter
Because of the increased dust and particulate matter that may circulate through your HVAC system and home during monsoon season, you’ll need to change your filter frequently. The normal time frame for most filters is between 30 and 90 days. You may want to make more frequent filter changes during monsoon season.
Stock up on filters before monsoon season so you’re prepared. If you allow a dirty filter to remain in your HVAC system, it can cause a restriction of airflow. This decreases the efficiency and effectiveness of your heating and cooling equipment. You may see an increase in your monthly energy bills as your filter gets dirtier.
Inspecting and Protecting Your Outdoor Equipment
Periodically inspect your outdoor condenser or any other HVAC equipment on your property. Make sure no debris has accumulated around your unit. To allow for optimal airflow, cut back any trees, bushes or weeds that are nearby or touching your equipment.
To protect your outdoor equipment during monsoon season, make sure to lift it off the ground on a pad. If water pools near your unit, it can lead to permanent damage, corrosion, rust and short-circuiting of electrical components.
Installing Surge Protection
When lightning strikes during monsoon season, protect your delicate electronics, appliances and devices using a surge protector. You can have surge protection installed on your HVAC system or throughout your entire home’s electrical system. This helps you avoid the need for expensive equipment repairs and replacements.
Scheduling Routine Inspections and Maintenance
It’s essential to have annual inspections and maintenance from a qualified professional at Cool Zone Air Conditioning & Heating prior to the start of monsoon season in Phoenix. Being proactive about preventive service allows us to spot problems early and take action before your equipment fails. We will check electrical components, clear your condensate line, clean your condenser coils and more.
Checking the Condition of Your Ductwork
If particulate matter comes into your home during monsoon season, it can settle in your ductwork and impact your indoor air quality. We can inspect your ductwork to see if it’s dirty and if there is any damage to address. You need to schedule a routine cleaning of your ducting every three to five years. Areas that are susceptible to monsoons may benefit from more frequent cleaning.
Sealing your ductwork can help keep conditioned air inside your ducts so that it can reach your living space. This can minimize heating and cooling system runtime and protect the integrity of your equipment. You’ll also notice healthier indoor air quality after a duct sealing.
Inspecting Your Condensate Line
Part of routine HVAC maintenance includes inspecting and servicing your condensate line. When your air conditioning system runs, it removes moisture from the air. That moisture moves away from your home through a drain line. High levels of humidity during monsoon season can increase the risk of developing a clog in your condensate line. This can lead to extensive and expensive water damage and mold growth.
Thinking About Indoor Air Quality
Monsoon season can increase the amount of particulate matter in your indoor air. Exposure to these contaminants can increase allergy symptoms like sneezing and itchy eyes, cause an increase in asthma attacks, result in headaches and impact your mood. If mold spores are circulating in your indoor air, you can develop shortness of breath, a persistent cough and inflammation in your airways.
Mold growth is common in homes that have high relative humidity, which can be a major risk during monsoon season. Your air conditioning system can remove some moisture from your indoor air while cooling your home. However, installing a whole-home dehumidifier is the best way to bring your indoor humidity down to an acceptable level.
You can remove contaminants from your indoor air using a whole-house air filtration device. This equipment installs onto your HVAC system and removes particulate matter and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in some cases. Depending on the type of filter that your device uses, you may be able to remove as much as 99.97% of the particulate matter in your air. Air purification devices often use high-efficiency particulate (HEPA) air filters. They can remove dust and dust mites, pet dander, mold spores and even bacteria.
Make sure you’re keeping up with frequently changing or cleaning your air filters. If filters clog, they can prevent proper filtration.
If you don’t already have one, consider upgrading to a smart thermostat. Many of these units come with air quality sensors. You will receive alerts when the quality of the air in your home is at an unhealthy level. You can make adjustments to your air filtration equipment in response to these alerts. A smart thermostat allows you to control your HVAC system remotely for convenience and ideal indoor conditions. Run your HVAC system throughout the day, but use smart thermostat data to prevent overuse of your equipment that can increase your utility bills.
Skipping Maintenance, Spending More
Some homeowners think of skipping HVAC maintenance as a way to save money. However, when you do this, you often end up spending more in the long run. Minor issues that are ignored can lead to major problems. Routine maintenance can prevent equipment strain. You may be able to keep using your current HVAC equipment for 15 to 20 years before you need to invest in a replacement. This is beneficial for your budget as well as the environment.
Lubricating moving parts, tightening connections and replacing parts that are experiencing minor wear can prevent or postpone costly repairs. Since certain parts of your HVAC system are not easy or wise to replace, skipping maintenance can result in the need to replace your AC or furnace prematurely. The financial and emotional burden of this investment can be substantial for many homeowners.
If you would like to learn more about ways to protect your HVAC system during monsoon season, our team here at Cool Zone Air Conditioning & Heating is here to help. We can provide you with assistance from our experts, whether you need a routine HVAC inspection and preventive maintenance or emergency repairs. We can also take care of replacing your heating and cooling equipment when the time comes. If indoor air quality is a concern, we can help you improve it by installing a whole-home air purifier.
Reach out to Cool Zone Air Conditioning & Heating in Phoenix today to schedule an appointment or get more information.
