Eagle Rock Prestige HVAC provides you here a list of August air conditioning maintenance tips to immediately boost your AC unit’s efficiency and get it ready for the upcoming summertime! With these easy and useful tips, you may avoid calling for cooling services more often than you think!
Your air conditioner plays a significant role in what turns your house into a haven of tranquility. If steering to an inefficient stage, it may have to work harder than it used to and maintain the same level of comfort. Like any mechanical system, your HVAC system can lose efficiency with time, specifically your AC unit that you will surely need for the summer! So try these tips to stay cool this summer without cranking up your AC system:
- Inspect Your AC Unit
There is no overstating the problem of having your air conditioner break down on the first hot day of the year, so consider inspecting your unit before using it. If there are any issues with your AC unit, it would be best to hire a professional for an AC repair in August!
- Regular Air Filter Checkup
Checking the filters is a cheap and easy way to prolong the life of your AC unit and improve its efficiency. Give them a quick once-over every week to see if they need cleaning or a replacement.
- Clean Your AC’s Evaporator Coils
You can easily remove dust and debris accumulating in the coils; use a soft brush to sweep it clean. Whatever particles are floating around in your house will compose the filth in your coil.
- Scrub the Air Conditioning Drain Tray
After cleaning the coils, you must empty the drain pan next. Cleaning with soap and hot water is an excellent first step; adding bleach can aid in disinfecting. Use a bleach/water ratio of 1:1.
- Ensure the AC Refrigerant Level is Adequate
Determine your specific unit’s refrigerant type. Use a soap and water mixture to seal off any spots where you suspect coolant may be escaping. If bubbles form, you know there is a leak. However, if the leak is minimal, this strategy may not work.
- Straighten the Fins
Use the fin-straightening tool to get the fins back into alignment. Practice caution to avoid risks of hand injuries while carrying out this step.
- Clean the Compressor
As a result of normal use, the compressor usually becomes cluttered with debris and dust. Remove the screws holding the outer grille in place, as directed in your AC system’s manual. The fins are delicate, so use a vacuum with a soft brush and carefully clear any dirt.
- Vacuum and Lubricate the Blower Compartment
Dust accumulates inside the AC system and prevents it from functioning optimally. First, use a vacuum to remove the dust and apply motor oil to the moving parts to avoid damaging friction.
- Update the Carbon Monoxide Detector’s Batteries
As you follow our AC maintenance steps, remember to inspect the carbon monoxide detector of your HVAC system. Newer batteries will alert you immediately if there is a problem. If not addressed, breathing in carbon monoxide can be harmful or even fatal.
- Book an AC Service for a Maintenance
Before the brutal heat of summer sets in, consider calling us up for some cooling services, especially if you can’t recall the last time you got a professional to conduct a checkup on your AC unit. This way, you won’t have to suffer through the hottest months of the year without a proper cooling machine!
Eagle Rock Prestige HVAC is open to answering your questions and concerns any time of the day. So, feel free to reach out to our customer service team at your convenience to ensure your total comfort all summer long!