Maintaining your HVAC system is essential to your home comfort, especially during those scorching Miami summers. Routine maintenance helps your cooling system run more efficiently and can prevent those expensive and inconvenient breakdowns that always seem to happen on the hottest day of the year.
What is done during an AC maintenance appointment? Well, it’s like a check-up for your air conditioner. Your Service Minds One Hour HVAC technician comes in (on time!) and gives your system a once-over, looking for any potential problems that could turn into costly repairs down the road.
(Wondering how often your AC needs maintenance? Go here.)
Minor Repairs
Part of AC maintenance is catching and completing minor repairs early. Some small, necessary repairs can even be completed during your maintenance appointment. We’ll check your AC unit for issues such as:
Faulty or Damaged Components
The tech will inspect your unit’s parts – the compressor, fan blades, condenser coils, everything. If anything looks like it’s on its last leg, they’ll fix it up or swap it out. It’s all about catching those little issues before they turn into big, expensive problems. Plus, keeping everything in good shape means your AC won’t have to work overtime to keep you cool.
Loose Electrical Connections
Loose connections are not a good thing. At best, your system might start acting up. At worst, it’s a fire hazard you don’t want to mess with. That’s why we’ll make sure all those connections are nice and tight. We’ll also keep an eye out for any other electrical gremlins that might be lurking in there.
Clogged Condensate Drain Line
The condensate drain line is a little pipe that removes the water your AC pulls out of the air. If it gets clogged up (which happens more often than you’d think), you could end up with water damage or a less efficient AC. Don’t worry, though. The tech will clear out any gunk in there, ensuring everything flows smoothly.
Thermostat Calibration
The thermostat is the brain of your AC system. If it’s not working right, you might find yourself sweating one minute and shivering the next. It could also be running up your energy bill without you even realizing it. The tech will make sure it’s calibrated correctly, or if it’s really acting up, they might recommend replacing it. A properly working thermostat is key to keeping you comfy and your wallet happy.
Refrigerant Recharge as Needed
If refrigerant is running low, your system will struggle to keep things cool and have poor energy efficiency. The tech will check the levels and top it off if needed. They’ll also note if there is any sign of refrigerant leaks.
Dirty Filter Replacement
Remember that air filter you’re supposed to change but always forget about? That catches all the dust and gunk in the air, keeping your system clean, allowing proper airflow, and maintaining indoor air quality. The tech might replace it during the appointment, but it should also be changed regularly between maintenance visits. Every few months is best, depending on the size of your home, whether you have pets, etc.
Clean Dirty Coils
Dirty condenser and evaporator coils get in the way of efficiency. They’ll give them a good cleaning.
Lubricate & Inspect Key Components
Lastly, they’ll oil up any moving parts (squeaky fan, anyone?) and give everything a final inspection to make sure it’s all running smoothly.
Regular maintenance is the best way to keep your AC running efficiently, which means lower energy bills. It also helps catch small problems before they turn into expensive disasters. Routine preventive maintenance extends the lifespan of your system, so you won’t have to shell out for a new one anytime soon.
So, do yourself a favor and schedule that AC maintenance appointment, ideally in the spring before the summer heat really kicks in.