Is Your Air Conditioner Ready for Spring?

When you’re ready to make that switch from heating to cooling, the last thing you want to find out is that your A/C isn’t working. If you haven’t used your air conditioner all winter, now is the time to have your system inspected so that it’s in good working order when you need it most.

Some surprises are fun, but finding out that your air conditioner doesn’t work on the first hot day of the year is not one of them. Even while your system is dormant all winter, problems that weren’t addressed at the end of the prior season can worsen with time and inactivity.

Still not convinced you should schedule your air conditioner tune-up now? Here’s what you can expect.

A thorough check of your system

The technician will run the system and check all of the components to make sure everything is working as efficiently and effectively as possible. This includes cleaning the coils, checking the capacitors, ensuring all the mechanical and electrical connections are in tact, examining the compressor and testing the refrigerant level.

Detect and correct small issues before they become big, costly problems

The technician can resolve many issues while they are still minor and easy to correct such as:

• The unit doesn’t turn on
• The unit turns on, but blows warm air
• The operation is noisy
• The coil is frozen
• Water is leaking from the unit
• The unit does not cool your whole home

Expert consultation

The technician can offer advice and make recommendations on repair versus replacement options.

Save time and money

Annual air conditioner maintenance saves you time and money in both the short term and the long term. A unit that isn’t maintained can lose up to 5% efficiency each year. Regular maintenance prevents this efficiency loss and helps save you money on your electrical bills throughout the summer. It also extends the life of the air conditioner, saving you money by avoiding expensive repairs in the future and by delaying the need for replacement.

Peace of mind

Your A/C will be all ready to go when the hot weather arrives. By scheduling your system tune-up early, you’ll have one less thing to worry about this summer!

Be sure your air conditioner is ready when you need it. Schedule your spring A/C tune-up with IAQ right now!