Everyday Home Air Conditioning Mistakes

The filters are probably the most important component to prevent build up inside your unit. This however means they can get blocked quite easily. If not dealt with, this could mean unwanted particles depositing and building up inside your system which will decrease the expected lifespan of your unit and could even affect the health of you and your family, or your air conditioner is forced to work harder which leads to a loss in efficiency and higher electricity bills. Fortunately, this is a quick and easy fix. Filters should be checked and cleaned regularly. The more often they are cleaned- the less likely there is to be a build up in the unit. We recommend cleaning the monthly and can set you up with a monthly reminder email!

We’ve all had a piece of electric equipment that we have used until it is practically falling apart. Most of the time this is okay because we know how much we have used it and the exact amount of care we have given it. But for some reason we do not have the same consideration for our air conditioning units. They work all day every day for years and then the second there is a problem we get frustrated with them as if it is an ongoing thing. In order to ensure that your air conditioning unit is efficient and gets the longest life possible regular maintenance is necessary. By waiting until the unit gives up to call a professional you have already left it too long and you will be looking at more money and time to repair it.

While the filters are something you should clean regularly yourself, we also advise you get your unit professionally cleaned every 6-12 months. This will ensure that the unit is clear of all blockages and that the air circulating is safe to everyone in your household. This also gives the technician the opportunity to identify any other issues that may occur down the line, hopefully reducing any repair bills.

Leaks can be an indication that there is something more serious wrong with your air conditioner, or it might be a way to tell you it’s time for a clean. Either way it is not something that should be ignored. A lot of the calls we receive every week are for leaking air conditioners and the majority of time the unit just requires a clean. If there is a blockage in your unit the water can not drain out the rear so leaks from the front of the unit. While it will just need a clean the amount of build up may have damaged some of the internal components, so it is better to carry out regular maintenance to avoid a costly repair bill further down the line.

Leaks can also indicate gas issues, which can be more serious and will need to be attended to by a professional. The longer a gas leak is left unattended to, the costlier the repair will be, sometimes even leading to a replacement unit.