As Summer draws to an end, many people throughout Mandurah and surrounding areas are already looking forward to cooler nights, cold mornings, campfires, marshmallows and a warm bowl of tomato soup!
As the temperature changes, it can be easy to look forward and forget about maintenance that should be done on your air conditioning system.
However, just like you shouldn’t put your lawn mower away without performing some maintenance, if you haven’t already serviced your air conditioner throughout the year, now is the time to tend to it.
We’ve compiled ten Air Conditioning Repair tips you should maintain or service your air conditioning system before Winter arrives.
1 – You Can Save Money on Running Costs. If your air conditioner has blocked filters or is running low on refrigerant, running costs could be as much as seventy five percent more than what they should be. Regular AC maintenance will help save energy bills because of less frequent cycles.
2 – You Can Increase the Life of Your Air Conditioning System.
Air Conditioners can be quite expensive, in particular ducted air con systems. Most will fail before there time. For unit replacement, you might want to consider buying one at PTAC4Less if you’re on a tight budget.
Take a look at some tips to increase the life span of your AC unit:
- Give your AC a rest
- Regularly change the filter
- Clean AC on a regular basis
- Promote proper air circulation
- Conduct regular AC tune-ups
- Clean the vents and ducts
- Check for leaks
3 – Your Air Con system Performance can Improve. It’s all about comfort! It will put your mind at ease knowing that your air conditioning system will keep you and your family comfortable on even the hottest or coldest days.
4 – It’s Better for the Environment. A well-maintained air-conditioning system is more efficient and may be better for the environment particularly if there is gas leaking harming the ozone layer.
5 – You Can Avoid Expensive Breakdown Issues. The chance of a unit breakdown increases without regular servicing. iBreeze thoroughly service your unit and check all parts are working correctly.
Without regular servicing, your AC unit might breakdown because of these common causes:
- Dirty Condenser Coils: If the condenser coils are covered with grime and dirt, they cannot effectively remove the warm air. It causes impediment in heat transfer which doubles the workload of the AC and increased wear on the AC components.
- Low Refrigerant: Air conditioning units use refrigerant to remove the humidity and heat from the air. If the system develops leak in the refrigerant lines, the AC will run out of sufficient refrigerant to cool the air. An HVAC professional will find the leaks and fix the holes.
- Frozen Evaporator Coils: The evaporator coil of the AC contains the refrigerant, which is responsible for heat absorption from the air. The coils should warm air that circulates around them to properly work. A layer of ice accumulates on the outside when the coil gets cold and airflow is disrupted.
Other Issues: Fan problems, thermostat problems, leaking ducts, and clogged drains.
6 – How Efficient is your Air Con? We can let you know how energy efficient your air conditioning system is when we complete the maintenance on your system. We can also give you a rough idea of it’s life expectancy.
7 – Unblock and check your drains. A refrigerated air conditioning system is essentially a giant dehumidifier designed to pull moisture out of the air. If the drains are blocked the unit will not be cooling properly and you could also get a nasty leak on your ceiling that will require repair. Comfort comes from maintaining low humidity.
8 – Remove the Dust Out of Your Air. An important part of your air con maintenance is cleaning your system – both inside and out. Clean air is better than dirty air and a clean filter will also improve your systems efficiency and effectiveness.
Here’s how to clean a dirty AC filter:
- Make sure that the system is cycled off. Unplug the unit and remove the front grill using a screwdriver.
- Using a vacuum cleaner, gently clean dirt on the air filters. Avoid accidentally ripping the filter by being extra careful.
- For a filthy air filter, wash it off by using a mild detergent and then wash it with warm water. Never put the air filter in a dishwasher.
9 – Save Yourself Time Now Before Summer. Maintaining your air conditioner before the Winter season can give you a head start on your to-do list next Spring.
10 – You will Save Money on the Service Call Cost If you get the system serviced in Autumn you will most likely save money on the service call. This is because through Summer the workload is extremely high and generally the pricing is slightly higher for a maintenance call.
