The Best Time To Schedule Air Conditioner Maintenance
As the weather starts to warm up and the seasons change, there are some tasks you should accomplish around the house. The whole idea of “Spring Cleaning” is making sure your home is tidy and ready for the next season’s weather. One of the most important but often overlooked tasks is scheduling air conditioner maintenance. But when is the best time to schedule air conditioner maintenance?
I’ve performed HVAC maintenance for years, and you can tell the difference between the air conditioners that have been regularly serviced, and those that were barely cared for. The ones that have been serviced yearly are in much better condition, and tend to last for years longer. The ones that never have service I tend to see when they are broken or need to be replaced, often years prematurely.
In this article, we’ll go over the best time of year to schedule AC maintenance, and some of the reasons you should have your AC serviced. If you would like to schedule annual maintenance for your air conditioner or heat pump, give us a call at (630) 504-8688, or contact us right here on our website!
Why You Should Schedule AC Maintenance In The Spring
We recommend that you schedule your annual AC maintenance in the spring. As soon as the weather starts to warm up HVAC companies start to schedule air conditioning maintenance. There are a few reasons we recommend you schedule maintenance for your air conditioning in the spring.
Improved Cooling
The most important reason for scheduling professional air conditioner maintenance is to improve your cooling and home comfort. If your system is cared for and working properly, it’s going to keep your home cooler and more comfortable. Having your system serviced before the summer heat arrives will help your system keep up when the first heat wave of the summer hits us.
Lower Energy Bills
One of the primary reasons you want to schedule your AC maintenance is to maintain energy efficiency. During routine maintenance, the technician will ensure the parts are cleaned and working properly. This is going to help the system run smoothly, promoting better performance and energy efficiency. This energy efficiency leads to lower energy bills. Over the lifespan of your AC system, this could equal thousands in savings.
If we service your air conditioner before the real summer heat arrives, it’s going to help keep the energy bills down and reasonable.
Get Ahead Of Breakdowns
During routine maintenance, a technician will inspect the system and make sure all the components are working and in good condition. If you have a part that’s wearing down and needs to be replaced, routine service helps you get ahead of that before the system breaks down.
Ease Of Scheduling
During the spring, HVAC companies have more availability, making it easier for you to schedule AC service at your convenience. During the summer once it heats up, lots of people experience breakdowns or need AC replacements. This means busier HVAC companies and less convenience when it comes to scheduling.
At Compass Heating and Air Conditioning, we do our best to get out to our customers right away. It can get busy, but if you are in dire need of help with your HVAC equipment during the hottest months of the year, we want to make sure we can help.
Better Indoor Air Quality
Your air conditioner is pumping air throughout your home all day during the summer. Before you start using it, having it cleaned and the air filter replaced will help improve the air quality in your home. If you go seasons without cleaning the system or months without an air filter replacement, it’s going to create a less healthy breathing environment.
Even after your system is serviced and cleaned by a professional, we recommend you replace your air filter once every few months. If you don’t know how to, ask your technician to show you during your service, or check out a simple video online!
Longer System Lifespan
When you have your HVAC system serviced regularly, it’s going to help lengthen the life of your equipment. Normally, an air conditioner lasts from 12-15 years. We have even seen some that last for 20. With proper maintenance and care, you can prolong the life of your air conditioner, rather than seeing it die years prematurely.
Scheduling Regular AC Service For Your System
Now you can see the reasons why we prefer service in the springtime for your heat pump or air conditioner.
- Save money on energy bills
- Improve your cooling
- Improve indoor air quality
- Lengthen the lifespan of your AC
- Easily schedule AC service
- Have better cooling and comfort!
Even if you have to wait until the summer to schedule your AC service, it’s important to have it done at least once a year no matter what. The bottom line is, air conditioner maintenance is an easy and effective way to get the most out of your system and save money in the long run!
If you are looking to schedule service for your air conditioner or heat pump, give Compass Heating and Air Conditioning a call at (630) 504-8688, or contact us online!
