Easy Maintenance Tips for your Air Conditioner

A well maintained AC unit will run more efficiently, use less energy, and cost less money to run. A properly maintained system will also last longer before needing to be replaced.

If at any time you are uncomfortable with performing maintenance tasks yourself, never hesitate to call on a professional to do it for you. Always observe safety precautions; and before you perform any work on your outdoor unit,always shut down the power to the unit at your electrical box first.

It should be noted that there are some tasks that can be done by the average homeowner, but others should not be performed by anyone who doesn’t have the proper training and a license.

*  Clean and/or Replace Air Filter
It should be done every month during high-use seasons (like summer and winter) and once during the fall and spring.
*  Check Wiring and Components
Before working on an air conditioner, always start by turning off the power to the unit, which can be done at the service disconnect on your outdoor unit or at the main breaker panel of your home.
If you see any problems and do not feel comfortable replacing the parts yourself, always call a local heating and air conditioning expert to do the work for you
*   Examine Thermostat
Check your thermostat to make sure it’s working properly and keeps your home at the right temperature. If you have an older, mechanical type thermostat, you may want to consider upgrading to a programmable model.
*   Check Condenser Unit Fan
Turn the power off to your air conditioner unit, and check the fan mounted on the top of the outside condenser unit to make sure it’s still in good condition. Replace the fan blades if there are any cracks or chips visible in one or more of the blades.
*   Clean Outside unit
The dirt build up on the outside of the airconditioner unit, decreasing system capacity and reducing air flow.
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