Routine MaintenanceNeglecting necessary maintenance ensures a steady decline in air conditioning performance while energy use steadily increases.
Keeping your system properly maintained will lower energy and repair costs, prevent breakdowns and prolong the life of your equipment. Some maintenance jobs should be left to the professionals, but there is much that you, as a homeowner, can do to prolong the life of your equipment, keeping it running at peak efficiency.
The Benefits of Proper Maintenance
Clean Condenser Coils
Dirty condenser coils will raise refrigerant pressure higher than needed, increasing your electric bill. Cleaning the coils will keep your equipment at maximum efficiency while at the same time, saving you money.
Check the Refrigerant Charge
The refrigerant charge is checked by measuring temperature differential and determining electrical demand on the compressor or by reading the pressure gauges. A low or high refrigerant charge can easily go unnoticed and increase operating costs. An improper charge can also cause compressor shut-down. Periodic checks on refrigerant levels can lower your energy bills and prevent future repairs.
Inspect and Clean Out Condensate Drain
Clogged drains can increase the humidity level in extensive water damage. Proper maintenance of the condensate drain can prevent unwanted repair calls.
Inspect Blower Wheels
Dirty blower wheels reduce air flow, causing longer operating time and increased energy cost. This problem can lead to lost comfort and compressor failure. Avoid wasting your energy dollars by verifying that your maintenance includes a thorough check and cleaning of your blower system.
Even New Equipment Needs Maintenance!
- Some air conditioning and heating problems can double operating costs without reducing comfort.
- A refrigerant undercharge of only 10% can increase operating costs by almost 20%.
- A dirty evaporator, condenser and blower could increase air conditioning or heat pump electrical usage by 50% or more.
- Just 100th of an inch of dirt or film on an evaporator coil can reduce cooling and heating efficiency by 5%.
- Proper care of your equipment can save you real dollars on your utility bills.
- All leading manufacturers recommend regular maintenance to maintain peak performance.
Annual maintenance will allow your system to operate at peak efficiency and helps prevent untimely equipment failure. Haskins Heating & Cooling services and repairs all major brands of heating and air conditioning equipment. Our highly trained and NATE certified service technicians are the best the industry has to offer.
Air Conditioners
New Installation & Replacment
- Heat Pump
- Air Balancing
- Duct Replacment
- Furnaces
- Dual Fuel Systems
- Zoning Systems
- High Velocity Air Handlers
- Whole-house Dehumidifiers
- Media Filters
- Electronic Air Cleaners
- Humidifiers
- Water Heaters
- Ventilators
- HEPA Filters
- Geothermal
- Water-source Heat Pumps
- Gas Piping
- Generators
- Ductless Mini-Split
- Tankless Water Heaters
- Unit Heaters
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