Here in Greenville, SC, the oppressive summer heat can push air conditioners — and monthly utility bills — to their limits. Luckily, regular cooling system tune-ups can help your system deliver more consistent and efficient comfort in a few simple steps.
Comprehensive Testing and Inspection
To effectively service your AC unit, qualified service technicians typically complete a detailed maintenance checklist that begins with a full system inspection. This allows technicians to check for signs of wear and verify that each component is functioning properly. Other important tasks include tightening electrical connections, checking refrigerant pressures and inspecting and testing blower motors. Not only can this reduce annoying malfunctions, but it can also prevent defective components from wasting energy every month.
Meticulous Cleaning and Lubrication
When it comes to your AC system, dirt is the enemy of efficiency. It clogs up vents and filters, making it harder for cool air to get where it needs to go. It clings to AC coils, making them less effective at transferring heat. It even gets into motors and other components, increasing friction and degrading performance. That’s why deep-cleaning is such a crucial part of every tune-up, ensuring nothing comes in the way of your comfort. Technicians also lubricate motors, bearings and other moving parts to keep your system operating as smoothly and efficiently as possible.
Careful Calibration and Adjustment
Your air conditioner has to move huge volumes of air to keep your home comfortable during the summer months. Consequently, problems with the blower motor can affect the performance of your entire system. During tune-ups, maintenance pros can adjust your blower to increase or decrease the speed at which it operates. This is essential to maintaining balanced airflow and static pressure, helping your system achieve peak performance and optimal efficiency.
If your cooling system hasn’t been performing at its best, Preferred Choice Heating and Air has you covered. Check out our affordable maintenance plans for convenient cooling system tune-ups performed by experienced and qualified service technicians.
