Maintaining your air conditioner on a regular basis keeps it operating efficiently and effectively.
Improved air conditioner efficiency: Regularly cleaning your air conditioner reduces the stress and pressure that dust and debris accumulation typically puts on your machine, enabling it to operate more effectively. The normal flow of air is hindered when air filters become clogged and dirty, making your unit work more than it has to. Additionally, dust buildup on your evaporator coil impairs its potential to absorb heat, which lowers efficiency and cooling capacity.
Lower your Electricity Bills: In your typical home, air conditioners account for a significant amount of your monthly electricity usage. The main reason a dirty air conditioner uses more power is because it has to work harder, which raises operating costs. You may reduce the amount of work your air conditioner must do and save money on air conditioning by cleaning it on a regular basis.
Avoid Costly Future Air Conditioner Repairs and Replacement: Eventually, leaving dirty air conditioners running will cause more serious issues or, worse, the machine will fail entirely. Your air conditioner will become harder to clean as it accumulates more dust and grime, which could result in expensive part replacement. Additionally, because the evaporator coils cannot efficiently dissipate heat, all air conditioners are susceptible to overheating. By having your unit cleaned by a professional on a regular basis, these issues can be prevented.
Additionally, a professional can find and identify possible issues that your unit might have in the future when cleaning it. By doing this, you can avoid having to replace your entire air conditioner or, worse, more costly repairs. Even while hiring professional cleaners will cost money, it will still be significantly less expensive than future replacements and repairs.
Better Indoor Air Quality: In addition to providing cooling, your air conditioner is crucial in maintaining the cleanliness and quality of the air that circulates throughout your house. A dirty unit is an ideal environment for the growth of bacteria, fungi, mold, and pathogens. These particles are released into the air whenever your unit is turned on, contaminating the air and putting you, your loved ones, and friends at risk for a number of respiratory infections and asthma attacks.
How frequently should my air conditioner be serviced?
Your system should be serviced at least once a year, according to the manufacturers! Call De Hart Plumbing, Heating & Cooling to ask about our VIP Maintenance Membership!