Schedule Your AC Tune-Up Before Your AC is Started Up!
As the warmer weather approaches, you will be tempted to turn on your air conditioning system. Before doing so, you should take the time to schedule an AC tune-up in Pelham, NY. There are several things the tune-up will do to help you protect your AC unit and reduce your energy costs.
Evaluate Your Thermostat
The HVAC technician will check your thermostat as a part of the service to ensure it’s properly calibrated. Even a new unit can become improperly calibrated over time. Your technician will confirm that it is accurately adjusted.
The technician may also recommend replacing an older thermostat that is no longer up to the task of regulating your home’s temperature.
Check the Air Filter
Another step in an air conditioning tune-up is to check your system’s air filter. As a general rule, you should check your air filter once every 30 days.
An HVAC technician will inspect your air filter and advise you on how often to change it. This is an important step because a dirty air filter can force your AC system to work harder, use more energy, and push pollutants back into the air.
Check the Refrigerant Level
Your air conditioner must maintain a certain amount of refrigerant to keep up with your home’s cooling demands. An insufficient coolant level can make it harder for you to keep your home cool and lead to the evaporator coils freezing up. You’ll also find that your system cycles less frequently when there is enough refrigerant in the system.
Inspect Your Condenser Unit
An AC tune-up in Pelham, NY, will also include an inspection of your system’s condenser, which is the unit located just outside your home. While the metal casing is intended to protect this unit from damage, there is a chance that pests, rain, ice, or debris could get past that casing.
Your HVAC technician will check the interior components to ensure the hoses, wires, coils, and other components are undamaged.
Whether you need an AC tune-up or repairs, contact MJ Plumbing Heating and Cooling today. Our certified technicians will help you keep your AC system running efficiently throughout the summer.
