As the weather starts to heat up this spring homeowners all over the country are trading the contents of their storage space from lawn furniture and fans to shovels and winter coats but in your eagerness to get back to the warm and sunny days ahead it’s crucial to make sure all your equipment is clean and well maintained for its triumphant return. In no case is this more important than in your home’s long lost window air conditioning units.
After a long winter in storage, it’s practically guaranteed that your home’s window air conditioning units need some thorough cleaning and maintenance work to keep from breaking down or spreading unhealthy pollutants and contaminants into your home’s indoor air. By following these easy steps you can feel comfortable and confident about your home’s cooling system in the hot months to come.
Air Filter Servicing
The main built-in defense for your home’s indoor air quality is the air filter which is directly under the face of your window air conditioners. These filters separate allergens and contaminants from getting to your family and affecting your home and so their maintenance is crucial. As you dust off your ac units be sure to access the filter and either clean it with a mild solution of water and dish soap or replace it with a fresh filter if it’s damaged in any way.
Condenser and Evaporator Coil Cleaning
The gradual buildup of dust and dirt on your ac unit’s condenser and evaporator coils make it difficult for the unit to function as efficiently, cleanly, or quietly as it should. At least once a month it’s wise to carefully clean these coils with a can of compressed air and inspect the full length of the coils for any damage like dents and bends. These damages can be corrected with a specialized handy fin comb, and when cared for properly can extend the functional life of the unit tremendously.
Leave Professional Work to Professionals
While many of the essential services needed to keep your cooling system functional and efficient are small and simple enough that skilled DIYers can complete them on their own, there will always be circumstances which call for the professional expertise of air conditioning repair specialists. If you are less than sure about your ability to complete all the work involved in your cooling system, are worried about pest infestations which may be present in the unit, or are in need of the removal and installation of any parts, get in touch with your local HVAC contractors to make sure the job is done properly and reliably.
