How to Keep Home AC Repair Costs to a Minimum

You come home and it’s hot. The first thing you do is check the thermostat to see if it is on or needs batteries. When that does not help, you call a home ac repair company and stick your head in the freezer until they come. You hope they are quick and do not cost a fortune. Hopefully you called El Paso Mechanical Technologies! 

How to Keep Home AC Repair Costs to a Minimum

There are a number of steps that you should take before you call for home AC repair. It will ensure that your costs are kept to a minimum, while your unit is kept running. With a bit of prevention, you can keep cool and keep your money in your wallet.

First and foremost, you should have an El Paso home ac repair company come out and do an inspection once a year. The best time to schedule this is in the late spring. A technician will come out to look at the unit, both inside and out. He or she will also inspect the ductwork and do any necessary upkeep. They will also address any maintenance issues so that they do not become major problems.

A Few Steps Might Save You From Home AC Repair in the Long Run

Next, in addition to seeing of your thermostat needs new batteries, you should also ensure that it is set properly. The fan should be set to auto, the switch should be on cool, not heat. Also, the temperature should be set to a temperature your family can agree on, usually around 76 degrees. Constantly changing the settings can cause it to break, so find a happy medium for everyone in the home.

Another step that you should do before you call for home ac repair is check that the air filter has been changed and is not dirty. If there is dust and dirt in the filter, it can make it stop the unit from working. In addition, when you change the air filter, you should also open the front panel of the thermostat and see if any dirt or dust has gotten in there. A can of air can be used to get it out.

Call in the Experts

Finally, one thing that many people forget to check before they call for home ac repair is the power. You should look to make sure that the circuit breakers are on and that the air handler has power.

If none of these suggestions help and you still find yourself in the heat and in need of home ac repair, give us a call. We will be sure to get your air conditioner up in running before your house can get hot.