If you haven’t scheduled your A/C maintenance yet this spring, you could be left without a properly working cooling system in your Los Angeles home. Turning your air conditioner on without first preparing it is something that many homeowners do. This simple misstep can leave you with a malfunctioning cooling system. A/C maintenance preformed in the spring helps protect your cooling system while saving you money.
Benefits of Annual A/C Maintenance
Lower energy costs. Even when running at maximum energy efficiency, air conditioners are still energy hogs. And when the unit isn’t properly maintained, it will consume even more energy and raise your energy costs. By making sure your air conditioner receives annual maintenance you will help reduce your energy consumption and save yourself money this summer.
Prevent unexpected repairs. HVAC experts agree that a neglected cooling system increases the chance of costly repairs. Having your unit serviced annually reduces the chance of the A/C malfunctioning. Preventive maintenance also saves your warranty. The manufacture can deny repair claims sighting neglect if you haven’t maintained the cooling system properly. This means you will have to pay for the repairs out of your own pocket even if the unit is still covered by the warranty.
Proper Annual Maintenance
There is no substitute for A/C maintenance that an experienced HVAC technician can give and you should schedule the annual inspection every spring before you turn the cooling system on. However, you can do a bit of spring-cleaning yourself to help prepare the unit for the summer months. Replacing the air filter, and vacuuming the grills, vents and registers are a few of these do-it-yourself steps to help maintain the unit. To make the process easier, use your vacuum’s attachments to suck the dust, dirt and debris from the front grill of the air conditioner and insert the tip of the attachment into the vent to remove any hidden debris that could affect the cooling system’s performance.
For more information about A/C maintenance, contact the experts at Around the Clock. We have provided dependable HVAC services to the Los Angeles area since 1967.
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