Keeping your air conditioner in good condition is essential for ensuring its efficiency and avoiding costly repairs. Regularly replacing or cleaning your filters is the most important maintenance task. Dirty, clogged filters can reduce air flow and system efficiency, leading to the growth of microorganisms such as mold. Homeowners may not have the tools or skills needed to check refrigerant levels, so it's important to have the system checked regularly by an expert technician.
To evaluate your HVAC system and schedule an appointment for any air conditioner maintenance or repair you need, use this checklist:
- Check the air filter and replace or clean it if necessary.
- Check the evaporator coil for moisture and condensation.
- Check the refrigerant levels.
- Check the condensing tray for bacteria.
- Cover the condenser with heavy plywood when packing it after summer.
