Just how hot will it get this summer? Will we experience record-breaking heat or will we have normal summertime temperatures? One thing is for certain: you will depend on your A/C to keep you cool during those hot and humid Georgia summer months.
To make sure your cooling system will perform when you need it the most, it is important to have it professionally serviced bi-annually, and especially if your cooling system is more than 8-10 years old. Here’s why…
1) Your A/C unit has been sitting idle for two full seasons. Mother Nature can be rather harsh during the fall and winter. Leaves, twigs, mud and other debris collect inside your unit. Moisture causes some A/C components to form a coating of rust and corrosion of certain parts can occur. Rodents and other creatures sometimes gnaw on cables and wires. In addition to being exposed to outside elements, your unit has been inactive for many months. Without a thorough inspection, how can you be completely sure the unit will operate properly when you need it this summer?
2) You will have more flexible scheduling options. During the hot summer months, the demand for Air Conditioner service is at its peak. So if your cooling unit stalls during a summer heat wave, you may have no choice but to arrange for a technician to come at time that is not the most convenient for you. Also, if the demand for service is particularly high in your area, you could potentially wait days for an appointment with a reputable company. However, service providers are not nearly as busy during the spring months and this allows you the opportunity to schedule a tune-up at a date and time more suitable to you.
3) You can catch problems early and avoid a breakdown in the peak of summer. A spring inspection helps uncover small problems before they turn into big problems. It is much easier to correct a simple problem during the mild temperatures of April and May than it is to resolve a major emergency in sweltering July or August. It’s also no secret that when a cooling system fails, indoor temperatures will rise quickly. This can seriously affect the comfort and health of you and your family. Fortunately, preventative maintenance in the spring can greatly reduce the potential for A/C problems during the summer.
4) You can improve efficiency and save money on energy costs. Your cooling system works its hardest during the hottest days of summer. Needless to say, when it works hard, it uses a lot of energy. And every homeowner knows how increasingly expensive utility rates have become. A spring tune-up includes adjustments and cleaning procedures that improve the efficiency of your A/C unit, so it will use less power to keep your home cool in the summer. The less power used, the lower your summer utility bills will be. Also, the older a unit is, the less efficient it becomes over time as a part of the normal life cycle of the equipment. It’s important to maintain that aging system to maximize its life span and keep it running as efficiently as possible.
5) You will enjoy peace of mind knowing you are prepared for the hot weather ahead. For many of us, summer means fun and enjoyment. The longer days provide more time for activities with family and friends. So the last thing most of us want to deal with during the summer is the hassle of a failing A/C. A tune-up in the springtime reduces the worry that your system will fail at the height of the summer’s heat.
At Reliable, we know first hand that many major and costly repairs can be prevented, or at least detected early, with a simple spring tune-up. Furthermore, the aggravation, energy and money you save down the road will generally far exceed the cost of the tune-up.
Our spring A/C Tune-Up includes the following services:
- Clean outdoor condenser coil
- Clean condensate drain
- Clean and cycle condensate pump
- Check refrigerant pressures
- Measure temperature drop across the coil
- Clean and adjust the contractors
- Lubricate motors and bearing (if not self-lubricating and if accessible)
- Clean or Replace air filters (a 1″ high efficiency pleated filter is included – specialty filters are extra)
- Inspect and adjust blower components
- Test safety controls
- Test pressure switches Measure volts and amps on the motors
Come summer, your A/C will be essential to your indoor comfort and well-being. Don’t risk incurring a breakdown when you need it the most! Schedule your tune-up with Reliable now and be prepared for the hot summer months ahead. Just call 770-594-9969 or click here to schedule an appointment.