Why Air Conditioning Maintenance Is Important

Air conditioning maintenance and repair is something most people tend to disregard.

Unless something is seriously wrong with the system, you might put off calling a professional, especially if you know that your unit worked well during the last season.

It is a common mistake for homeowners.

Just like maintenance helps your car work as it should, routine heater and air conditioning maintenance is essential for preventing costly repairs.

Air Conditioning Maintenance And Repair

While most heating and air conditioning companies offer air conditioning maintenance services, the level of service they provide varies.

Generally, your technician will have a list of things that need to be cleaned, inspected, adjusted, and tested according to your specific HVAC equipment.

Doing so takes particular expertise that only a trained professional can have.

During an air conditioning maintenance service, a technician may suggest making adjustments to improve your system’s overall performance.

If you have significant issues or failing components in your system, you may be required to schedule an HVAC repair service after the inspection.

Maintenance services are meant to be completed in a short period of time, so you’ll need to dedicate another time for the repair.

Comfort and Safety

The best time to schedule HVAC maintenance is in the spring (before the AC season starts) and fall (before you use the heater for cold months).

Tuning up your system helps it run more smoothly, so your home gets heated or cooled faster.

By detecting problems sooner, you can also repair them right away instead of merely waiting for the unit to break down completely.

You will no longer have to worry about possible breakdowns in the middle of severe weather.

More importantly, air conditioning maintenance helps in the early detection and prevention of carbon monoxide leaks.

You also protect your household from other health and safety risks brought about by a faulty HVAC system.

Fewer Chances Of HVAC Repair

Are you hearing a strange noise or smelling an unusual odor from your air conditioner?

If the answer is yes, scheduling a tune-up with your trusted professional would be a great idea. A technician could help you catch problems before they get worse.

For instance, a fraying belt can lead to unusual operating sounds. If a technician catches and replaces the part in time, you can avoid a snapped belt whipping around the unit and the expensive repair that comes with it.

By helping you avoid future repairs, regular air conditioning maintenance pays for itself in the long run.

If you still haven’t got one, or if you are less than happy with your current HVAC service provider, now is the best time to consider an air conditioning maintenance agreement with an expert company.

Not only are you more likely to keep your unit running efficiently, but you will also be a top priority if you experience a system failure that calls for HVAC repair.

Parker AC service by First String Heating

If you have any questions about an air conditioner tune-up, or if you’d like a cooling system serviced or installed in your home, contact us or call 303-250-4422.