Gone are the days when September marks the end of heat waves for the year. Fall temperatures vary considerably, so you’ll need your AC to be in good shape for a large portion of the year.
The best way to keep your system operating at peak efficiency is with AC tune-ups. Here’s a review of what to expect during professional AC maintenance and how these visits help keep you comfortable when summer overstays its welcome.
What Do AC Tune-Ups Include?
Your AC tune-up service is a comprehensive cleaning and fine-tuning of the system. A technician reviews your system performance, making adjustments and noting any potential issues that might be preventing your system from performing optimally.
Some small tweaks are easy for them to do there. Others might require you to schedule AC repair services. Either way, it’s good to know if there are issues now so you can address them before they make your life harder (and more expensive).
AC tune-ups also involve testing and optimizing other elements that impact your HVAC’s performance, like the thermostat and electrical wiring. They’ll finish with a report of your findings and what they did to improve your system’s performance.
How Often Should You Get an AC Tune-Up?
Homeowners should schedule AC tune-ups at least once a year. It’s best to schedule these appointments in spring or fall, since these are right before or after the seasons when you’ll use the system most. But there’s no such thing as a bad time to book an appointment, so schedule at whatever time is most convenient for you.
However, your system might need more than one appointment a year to keep up with demand. Talk with your HVAC technician and ask what they recommend; every system is different, as are every homeowner’s needs.
What Are Some Benefits of AC Maintenance?
Your AC’s performance is more important than ever. Many homeowners leave their units on for weeks or months after the technical end of summer, depending on the weather.
Scheduling an appointment now ensures you’ll have a system that’s operating at peak efficiency, meaning you’ll spend less on energy. This helps offset the fact that you have to leave it on longer because of an extended summer.
A longer season also means more wear and tear on your unit. That’s a problem for your system long-term; many of them aren’t meant to operate that long without some professional TLC.
A tune-up will prolong the lifespan of your system and prevent any surprise breakdowns. Buying an entirely new unit is much more expensive than a maintenance call, and many homeowners would want to avoid this expense without months or years of planning.
Stay Cool Through Summer, No Matter How Long It Lasts
Take care of your AC, and it’ll take care of you! Air Repair Pros is here with professional AC tune-ups from our team of talented HVAC technicians. Contact us to learn more or schedule service directly.
