One of the most important elements of your home is the air conditioning system. This is especially true in the middle of a summer heatwave! There are few more uncomfortable things than having a broken air conditioner on the hottest day of the year. To avoid that sad outcome, many homeowners decide to proactively maintain their air conditioners. While we will never discourage you from engaging the services of a qualified professional, there are several steps that the average homeowner can take for themselves to make sure their air conditioner keeps working properly.
One of the most important factors of a well-running air conditioner is its’ cleanliness. Having a filter that’s clogged with leaves or dirt can reduce the efficiency of the air conditioner and can overheat it. There are condenser coils and fins in your air conditioner that can be easily damaged – it’s good to look for those, and see what can be done about replacing or repairing them.
