Here in Florida, we use our air conditioners far more compared to our counterparts in the north. In fact, spring is just around the corner and temperatures are already warming up again on some days. That makes AC maintenance an even bigger priority, and it’s never too soon to schedule the service.
Keep reading to learn why it’s a good time to go ahead and invest in AC maintenance and learn about exactly what happens during one of these service appointments. When you’re ready, you can give our team a call to schedule your service for AC maintenance or AC repair in Winter Park, FL.
Why AC Maintenance Is So Important
To put it simply, AC maintenance is an investment that helps you get more of the good things out of your air conditioner while limiting bad things. One example is that consistent annual AC maintenance with professional HVAC technicians will help your unit operate at higher efficiency. This lowers your energy costs to save you money from month to month and from year to year.
Another example is that AC maintenance can reduce the chances of repairs. This can lessen the likelihood of unexpected breakdowns, more costly repair services, and permanent damage that might otherwise negatively impact your AC for years to come. Preventing these negative outcomes for your air conditioner has the additional benefit of extending your system’s potential lifespan.
What Happens During AC Maintenance
You may be wondering exactly what our team does during an annual maintenance appointment to help keep your AC working at its best.
Inspect and clean the units – This is a top-to-bottom inspection that gives us an idea of what we need to address as we begin by looking at the system as whole. During the thorough inspection, we also wipe down surfaces to get rid of any accumulated dirt buildup.
Check and replace air filters—Even though you do this regularly on your own, we will check your filter to make sure you are using one appropriate for your particular system and home. If it needs to be replaced, we can go ahead and do that. We might also ask you about how frequently you are completing this task to ensure that you are changing the filter out often enough.
Test the thermostat—Your thermostat makes a significant contribution to how well your air conditioner works. We want to ensure that the thermostat is reading the indoor air temperature accurately and then communicating with your air conditioner effectively. If there are any issues with the battery charge or calibration, we can fix those to ensure that your thermostat is working correctly.
Clean and lubricate moving parts – Aside from that overall wipe-down we already mentioned, we also want to get down into the very intricate components, like bearings and gears, that require lubrication to work. Cleaning out in between the small components can mean getting out tough grime that has developed. Once those parts are clean again, we will relubricate them so they have a fresh start at operating smoothly.
Test safety controls—Your air conditioner has various mechanisms that prevent major issues from causing hazards to your home and family. An example of this is your air conditioner potentially overheating. There’s a safety function that measures the indoor temperature to ensure the unit isn’t getting too hot. If it is, the safety mechanism will trigger the system to turn off for a cool-down period before operating again.
Are you ready to talk about the options for AC maintenance? Contact the English Air team today to discuss your specific needs.