During warm California days your A/C unit works continuously to provide your home with cool air, causing increased energy consumption. Over time the A/C coils begin to get dirty, costing efficiency, to the point that you spend a fortune on your electric bill, even though your home isn’t getting any cooler. Clean coils are the key to saving money on your air conditioning.
Dirty coils prevent your air conditioner’s heat transfer system from working as intended, leading to higher temperatures in your home and damage to the A/C unit due to overheating. You can avoid these problems by cleaning your A/C coils. Keeping your coils clean should be a part of your intermittent home maintenance schedule.
- Stay on top of your filters. The air quality in Los Angeles is not the best, and between the normal air pollutants and smog, your filters can get dirty very quickly. Changing the filter at least once a month will provide a steady flow of clean air to your A/C coils.
- Caked dirt and debris undermine the efficiency of your unit and increase your air conditioner’s operating costs. The condenser coils for your A/C unit are located in the outdoor housing and are easy to clean with a water hose. Simply remove the casing and give all of the parts a once-over with the hose. Be gentle with the water pressure and try to avoid spraying dirt or mud deeper into the unit. Try to do this monthly.
- Hire a professional for better service. Sometimes your A/C coils need specialized attention, and the only way to get it is with a professional. Using power-washers and specially designed detergents, an HVAC technician can give your unit a deeper and more complete cleaning than you could do on your own.
To get the most from your air conditioner you have to keep it clean and well maintained. For expert service in the Los Angeles area contact Around the Clock Air Conditioning and Heating, Inc.
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