AC Tune Up: The Importance of Regular Maintenance

As a climate technology company, we understand the importance of keeping your air conditioning unit running efficiently and effectively. That's why we highly recommend scheduling regular AC tune ups for your system. 

This article will cover the following topics:

• Why is an AC tune up so important? 
• What does an AC tune up involve? 
• Regular maintenance tips

Why is an AC tune up so important? 

Here are just a few reasons:

1. Improved efficiency and energy savings

A well-maintained AC unit will run more efficiently, which means it will use less energy to cool your home or office. This can lead to significant savings on your energy bills over time. In fact, the U.S. Department of Energy estimates that proper maintenance can improve your AC unit's efficiency by up to 15%. That's a significant amount, especially when you consider how much energy AC units can consume.

2. Enhanced performance and comfort 

A properly tuned AC unit will perform better, resulting in a more comfortable indoor environment. This is especially important during hot summer months when you rely on your AC unit to keep you cool. When your AC unit is running at its best, you'll notice a difference in the air flow and temperature, making it easier to maintain a comfortable temperature in your home or office.

3. Prolonged lifespan

Regular maintenance can help extend the lifespan of your AC unit. By catching and addressing small issues before they turn into bigger problems, you can avoid costly repairs and replacements down the road. AC units can be expensive to replace, so it's worth taking the time to properly maintain your unit. Plus, the longer your AC unit lasts, the more value you'll get out of it.

4. Improved air quality

An AC tune up includes cleaning and replacing air filters, which can help improve the air quality in your home or office. This is especially important for those with allergies or other respiratory issues. Clean air filters help remove contaminants and particles from the air, improving the overall air quality in your home or office.

What does an AC tune up involve? 

Here are some of the tasks that our technicians will perform during a tune up:

• Inspecting the system for any visible issues or wear and tear: 

Our technicians will carefully inspect your AC unit, looking for any visible signs of wear and tear or potential issues. This includes checking for leaks, inspecting the compressor and condenser, and looking for any other visible problems.

• Testing the system's controls and safety devices: 

Our technicians will test the controls and safety devices on your AC unit to ensure that they are functioning properly. This includes testing the thermostat, the circuit breaker, and any other safety devices.

• Cleaning and adjusting the blower components: 

The blower components of your AC unit can become dirty over time, which can impact its performance. Our technicians will clean these components and make any necessary adjustments to ensure that they are functioning properly.

• Checking and adjusting the refrigerant levels: 

The refrigerant in your AC unit is what helps to cool the air. If the levels are low, it can impact the performance of your unit. Our technicians will check the refrigerant levels and make any necessary adjustments to ensure that they are at the proper level.

• Cleaning and replacing the air filters: 

As mentioned above, clean air filters can help improve the air quality in your home or office. Our technicians will clean or replace the air filters as needed to ensure that they are clean and functioning properly.

• Inspecting and tightening electrical connections: 

Over time, electrical connections can loosen, which can impact the performance of your AC unit. Our technicians will inspect these connections and tighten them as needed to ensure that they are secure.

• Lubricating moving parts: 

Proper lubrication is essential for the smooth operation of your AC unit. Our technicians will lubricate the moving parts of your unit to help reduce friction and extend the lifespan of your system.

Regular maintenance tips

In addition to scheduling regular tune ups, there are a few simple things you can do to help maintain your AC unit between tune ups:

• Keep the area around your AC unit clear: Make sure there is plenty of space around your AC unit, as this can help improve airflow and performance.
• Change the air filters regularly: As mentioned above, clean air filters can help improve the air quality in your home or office. Be sure to change the air filters on a regular basis to help keep your AC unit running efficiently.
• Keep the outside unit clean: The outside unit of your AC system can accumulate dirt and debris over time. Be sure to keep it clean by removing any debris or leaves that may have accumulated.

By scheduling regular AC tune ups, you can help ensure that your climate technology is running at its best. Don't wait until there's a problem - be proactive and schedule a tune up today. But, why not go a step further?