Why is regular aircon servicing a good idea?

Surviving the Sydney summers without an aircon is hard. Efficient air conditioning can make the summers much more tolerable. From keeping yourself cool during summer to staying warm during the winter, air conditioning is an important part of our daily lives.

Your aircon works hard to perform optimally, however, homeowners often overlook the need to care for the system and forget to maintain their unit until it breaks down.

Do you remember the last time you got your aircon serviced? Or had it cleaned? If you cannot remember, it is not a good sign.

Wondering why it is so important to get your AC serviced? Here are 7 reasons why it is important to schedule a service or set up a preventative maintenance plan for your air conditioner.

7 benefits of regular aircon servicing

#1 - Reduces the chances of an unexpected breakdown

Regular maintenance can catch small problems before they end up becoming big ones. So you won’t have to worry about unexpected breakdowns of your aircon. And you won’t have to spend extra money on unexpected repairs.

#2 - Protects your health

Cleaning of the aircon unit during a service check can remove the build up of debris, dust, and microbes trapped inside. This ensures your family can breathe fresh air and reduces the chance of suffering from health issues caused by breathing polluted air.

#3 - Saves money

Aircon repairs or replacements can be much more expensive than servicing. Our team advise that most repairs can be avoided with regular servicing.

Dirty filters and coils make the unit work extra hard so there are high chances that your utility bills will skyrocket. Regular servicing ensures the unit is in top condition and so you have low utility bills.

#4 - Prevents refrigerant leaks

The role of refrigerant is to absorb the heat from inside your home and release it outside. If your aircon has low refrigerant levels, it will take longer to cool the room and you might hear strange noises from the unit.

Refrigerant leaks are also harmful to your health as the gas is toxic and shouldn't be inhaled. It is also harmful to the environment as it is a contributor to ozone layer depletion.

If you notice ice on your outdoor unit or if the unit is blowing warm air, it could be due to a refrigerant leak in the system. If this is the case contact your local air conditioning specialist for repairs.

#5 - Increases the efficiency of the unit

The unit will be fine-tuned for optimum performance. Servicing ensures the unit is effective in cooling the house and does not consume extra energy to operate.

Regular servicing ensures the internal components are clean and any issues are dealt with before they become massive (read expensive) problems.

#6 - Your aircon will last longer

The unit will function like a well-oiled machine and preventative maintenance will ensure your system works efficiently for at least 10-15 years.

#7 - Removes unpleasant odors

Air conditioners can be a breeding ground for harmful microbes. If the unit hasn’t been serviced, it can produce a bad, musty odour.

What happens if you do not get your air conditioner serviced?

Air conditioners can help to trap dust, microbes and provide clean and cool/warm air. Over time, this dust gets accumulated in the internal components, i.e. coils and filters. So the unit will have to work harder to keep you cool/warm. This will obviously consume more energy and you will have to spend more money on electricity bills.

The aircon can also blow dirty air which can lead to respiratory infections and also trigger asthma and allergies.

How often should you get your air conditioner serviced?

Cooling only models - it is advisable to get it serviced once a year, just around spring.

Reverse cycle models - it is recommended to have them serviced twice a year, once in spring and once in autumn so it provides round the year comfort.

How to maintain your aircon?

Apart from regular servicing you can do some basic maintenance yourself. For example:

• Clean the air filters every 1-2 months and replace the dirty filters every 3 months. If you have pets in the house or live in a dusty area, you may need to replace them more frequently.
• Clean debris, dust, leaves, etc from the outdoor unit.

Hire an air conditioning professional

Whether you need to schedule a preventative maintenance plan for your air conditioner or need servicing, our HVAC technicians can help throughout the Sydney area. Contact us on 4627 4436 or complete our online aircon service request form.