Extending the life of your ac system

AC REPAIR AND REFRIGERATION

EXTENDING THE LIFE OF YOUR AC SYSTEM 24/7 Emergency Service Available Broward 954-428-7877 Palm Beach 561-994-9008 1471 SW 30th Ave #7, Deerfield Beach, FL 33442 Available on Nights, Weekends and Holidays.

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â–¸ Check out the system that you have before you call a professional. Write down what brand your system is along with the model number and, if they're available, maintenance records. This will enable you to give your chosen contractor any information they might need. It will be hard for a contractor to give you a price estimate over the phone if they have not seen your current system. In addition, you need to be able to tell the contractor what you have already tried. Make an effort to gather all information you need before making the phone call.

SOUTH FLORIDA AC REPAIR AND REFRIGERATION

▸ Clean your condenser's fan blades and coils come spring. If you are doing more than a light surface cleaning, make sure that the power is shut off to the AC unit. The outside condenser unit should be kept free of leaves and other debris. ▸ Be sure to clean the fan blades and coils of the condenser fan. First, turn off the power so that nothing will move as you are working on it. Then, remove the grill, then remove the blades and begin the cleaning process of the blades and the unit. ▸ Your air conditioning unit may suffer when trees start to lose their leaves.

Cleaning your unit is very important for its effectiveness. The fan must not have anything in the way so that air can flow into it, and if it is clogged, you'll have a lot of headaches eventually.

SOUTH FLORIDA AC REPAIR AND REFRIGERATION

▸ If there are oil ports on your fan condenser, lubricate it annually. A rubber or metal cap is typically placed over such ports. Use SAE 20 oil that is lightweight and detergent free, and put ten drops or fewer into each one. Make sure not to overfill them. This can ensure your unit is working well throughout the years without the cost of repairs. ▸ Make use of a thermostat when you are installing an AC. With this device installed, it can help you save money on your energy bills by you having the power to regulate the temperature throughout the day. There are also some programmable thermostats that can be controlled with a computer or other web-connected advice. ▸ Don't let your house get too hot. AC units will only cool a house down 20 degrees.

If your home happens to get near 100 degrees Fahrenheit, then you will only be able to reasonably cool to around 80. Depending on how humid the environment is, that is not a healthy temperature for the human body when it rests during sleep.

SOUTH FLORIDA AC REPAIR AND REFRIGERATION

â–¸ You should now have a good understanding of how important it is to maintain your air conditioning system correctly. As with other household repairs, AC repairs can be very expensive. Following the tips above should help you keep the system in good working order, and find a suitable replacement if it becomes necessary.

24/7 Emergency Service Available Broward 954-428-7877 Palm Beach 561-994-9008 1471 SW 30th Ave #7, Deerfield Beach, FL 33442 Available on Nights, Weekends and Holidays.