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The hottest days of the year are approaching an end. Your A/C has been working hard for you, so it's now time to return the favor. The good news is that, as long as you've been taking care of it all along, only a few basic maintenance tasks should be required.
These expert A/C tips apply equally to both window and central cooling air conditioners. So, here are some ways that you can keep your A/C running efficiently after summer is over.
1. Check Your Unit For Potential Problems
There are a few ways that you should check your A/C unit for problems: visually, auditory, and aromatically.
Visually: look for frayed wires, internal parts that look damaged, and any possible leaks.
Auditory: listen carefully for rattling, tickling, or hissing sounds.
Aromatically: look for strange smells coming from the A/C.
If you notice anything out of the ordinary, contact us at Harbin Heating & Air immediately.
2. Replace Your Air Filter
Even if you cleaned your filter a couple of months ago, before summer began, you should still change it to improve your A/C's performance. Luckily this isn't a difficult maintenance task. By replacing your air filter, you'll not only breath cleaner and healthier air but also save substantially on your energy bill.
3. Condenser Coil Cleaning
In case you aren't aware, the condensate drain is usually located outside near your condenser unit. The condensate line is a breeding ground for moisture and mildew that will collect into your outdoor unit. If you haven't cleaned it yet this summer, be sure to do so before summer's end. Also check for clogs that might hamper your cooling system further.
4. Remove obstacles around your Outdoor unit
It's essential to clear out obstacles to keep the air circulation going smoothly. Set your outdoor unit up for success this fall by clearing out debris such as weeds and branches from around the condenser. Brush away any visible dirt with a brush.
5. Schedule a preventative maintenance appointment
Just doing this one step will keep your ac running efficiently throughout this year and even until next summer. A thorough maintenance inspection will keep your A/C running smoothly throughout the upcoming seasons.
6. Get Expert Help
A/C maintenance isn't typically considered a DIY task. Therefore, the best option for keeping your A/C maintained is to seek the help of professionals. Don't hesitate about calling us to look at, fix, and do the upkeep on your system.
As you can see, some of these tips might not be easy to carry out for the average person who doesn't have experience working with A/C units or knowledge of various A/C parts. If you're determined enough, though, there are plenty of online resources to help you figure it all out. On the other hand, if you'd like everything handled without a fuss, then get in touch with us at Harbin Heating & Air
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