Prevent Costly AC Repairs with Spring Maintenance

The best time to schedule an AC check-up is mid- to late spring. Homeowners who wait until the summer starts might find it challenging to get a tune-up appointment. Furthermore, if the AC requires significant repairs, the summer is the worst time to learn about it. Plus, one of the main benefits of spring AC maintenance is preventing costly AC repairs in the future.

What is a springtime maintenance checklist?

If you’ve never scheduled an AC tune-up before, it might be hard to imagine what that process entails.

AC and HVAC system professionals recommend annual tune-ups that assess the unit’s durability through a thorough checklist. An AC expert will do all of the following:

• Evaluate the functionality of the ductwork system and airflow

• Adjust the blower components

• Monitor air conditioning cycle

• Check the functionality of the condenser fan

• Clean the condenser and evaporator coils

• Replace the air filter

• Lubricate all the moving components

• Monitor the amperage and voltage draw on all motors

• Adjust the electrical connections

• Check the operating pressures of the refrigerant charge

• Clean blowers and fans

The longer and more comprehensive the checklist is, the less likely you’ll need to pay for expensive repairs later. A perfect example is the air filter replacement. An AC professional will undoubtedly check whether it needs to be replaced during routine maintenance. But without regularly scheduled tune-ups, a homeowner may learn they need to call someone and pay more for that particular service alone.

Lower utility bills

There are other ways spring maintenance of the AC unit can save money. Skipping regular tune-ups will inevitably make the AC less efficient. Dirt and dust accumulate in the ductwork, and filters get clogged, which forces the AC to work harder and use more energy than it should.

Soon enough, homeowners may find that their energy bills have increased significantly. In the long term, opting out of routine AC maintenance is not cost-effective and can lead to unplanned and worrisome expenses.

Keep repairs under warranty

Another important reason to consider springtime AC tune-ups is that many warranties have a stipulation requiring them. Most AC dealers and manufacturers offer excellent warranty coverage but base it on proof of regular maintenance. This means that if the AC breaks down while under warranty, but you can’t provide proof that you had it regularly serviced, the manufacturer may deny the claim and void the warranty.

Call an AC professional in the spring

Scheduling timely and professional AC tune-ups will extend the lifespan of the entire air conditioning system.

If the AC fails before its time or the cost of repairs gets out of hand, you’ll need to buy a brand-new unit. Instead, spending less on regular maintenance can save a great deal of money and keep the AC working efficiently for longer.

When you need heating or refrigeration service, maintenance or repair, call us at Affordable Comfort A/C and Heating 602-574-1205.