It’s Time for Your A/C Tune-Up

The benefits of maintaining your air conditioner are many, but the bottom line is that an air conditioner tune-up saves you a lot of money in the long run, and not just on your electric bills.

Extended Operating Life 

A clean and well-maintained air conditioner will last upwards of 20 to 25 years or more, while a severely neglected system will probably go kaput after ten years or so. Annual maintenance extends the life of your air conditioner, which means you don’t have to drop several grand on a replacement every decade.

Fewer Repair Bills

The annual tune-up also saves you a considerable amount of money on repairs. Once something goes wrong with your air conditioner, other problems typically follow, just like with your car. Regular maintenance prevents most of the common operating problems, including problems with airflow and dust buildup on the coils as well as loose housings that cause gross inefficiency and ridiculously loud banging, clanging, and knocking.

Higher Comfort Level

The whole point of having an air conditioner is to make your life more comfortable. But a neglected air conditioner will not only cost you more money, but it will also fail to keep you as comfortable as it should, which means you’ll spend even more extra money on electricity when run the system harder to maintain the level of comfort you require.

Better Personal and Environmental Health

National Geographic cites the neglected air conditioner as a health hazard in the home and a major contributor to high carbon emissions into the environment. During a tune-up, your technician will examine the system for dust, rust, mold, and other contaminants and clean it up, and the overall increased energy efficiency after a tune-up has obvious benefits for the environment.

During the tune-up, your technician will clean and lubricate the motor and other moving parts as well as tighten electrical connections and apply a nonconductive coating to the terminals. We give your system a thorough once-over, including inspecting the wires, belts, bolts, and ducts; testing the airflow, thermostat, heat strip, and system controls; measuring the refrigerant level, amperage, voltage, and temperature split; cleaning the coils, fan, and other components; and flushing the condensate drain.

WHAT YOU CAN DO

Between tune-ups, you can keep your system running like new by performing two critical monthly tasks.

First, inspect your air filter and replace it when it’s caked with dust. A dirty filter restricts airflow and can lead to overheating and related damage. A dirty filter also reduces your indoor air quality and allows dust to enter the system more easily.

Secondly, hose down your outdoor unit to remove dirt and debris from the metal fins. Straighten any bent fins with a special fin comb to ensure adequate airflow for optimal heat transfer, and keep plant growth at least 18 inches away from the unit.

If you’re ready to schedule your annual A/C tuneup with one of our highly qualified technicians and start saving money on your cooling costs, feel free to contact us today at Brevard Cooling and Heating, proudly serving our neighbors in Brevard County and beyond.