Your air conditioner takes a lot of heat — especially in the summer months when you are using it heavily. To keep it working well even during heavy use, there are a few easy things you can do to prevent air conditioner problems. The first step though, is understanding the causes of common air conditioner issues and a little bit about how your air conditioner works.
In St. Louis, Galmiche & Sons can help you learn more about how to prevent air conditioner problems and how to make sure your air conditioner is getting the maintenance it needs. Beyond these DIY tips, we recommend having a maintenance check and air filter replacement done on your air conditioner at least once a year. Get in touch today to schedule your next heating & air conditioning maintenance check.
What Are Common Causes of Air Conditioner Problems?
As you use your air conditioner, air flows through the system and is cooled and filtered before returning into your home. One of the most common causes of air conditioner problems then, is related to air flow. If air cannot move freely and easily through your air conditioner, you are going to run into higher energy bills, more irritants in the air, and possibly even uneven cooling. To prevent these kinds of air conditioner problems, it is important to keep your air conditioner free of debris and other contaminants, and to get your air filters replaced at least once a year.
Tips to Prevent Air Conditioner Problems
In addition to scheduling a regular maintenance check and air filter replacement, here are a few things you can do to prevent air conditioner problems on your own:
- Make sure your home is free of pests with regular pest control and inspections. A pest problem can quickly become an HVAC problem as bugs often find their way into ventilation systems and can create airflow blockages.
- Remove debris and other objects from around your outdoor air conditioning unit. Again, the most important factor to prevent air conditioner problems is maintaining good airflow.
- Similarly, you should shut off your air conditioner when doing things like mowing the grass and raking leaves to prevent air conditioner problems from leaves and grass being sucked into the unit.
These tips should help you prevent air conditioner problems that have to do with airflow and air quality, but there are many other things that can go wrong with an air conditioner. That is why it is so important to make sure you have yearly air conditioner servicing to catch any issues before they grow. It is common for components to wear out and leaks to form, which will not cause too much trouble at first, but can very quickly damage the rest of your air conditioner.
When it is Time to Call a Professional
If you have had trouble preventing problems with your air conditioner and you suspect it is more than an airflow issue, it is time to call in a professional team. In the greater St. Louis area, the heating & air conditioning experts at Galmiche & Son’s can diagnose the problem for you, and provide quick solutions to get your air conditioner functioning well again.
