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Whether you just had a new air conditioner installed or your current system is already a few years old, you should have certain expectations when it comes to its overall performance during the summer. A premier air conditioner service provider further explains these factors here.
Your air conditioning system is set to make your living space cool and comfortable based on a designated temperature. Naturally, days with extreme heat and humidity have a tendency to affect the efficiency of your air conditioner. While trying to maintain the temperature set on your thermostat, your home may only be 15-20 degrees lower than the outside temperature.
The rate at which summer heat impacts your air conditioner depends on different factors. For example, because you tend to run your cooling system around the clock during the summer months, the air filter ends up collecting dust and other pollutants more quickly. This means your system may need an air filter change and other maintenance services more often than a system that runs less frequently. AC repair specialists recommend checking your filter once a month and changing it once every three months.
If it has been at least a couple of years since the last time a technician performed a system tune-up and safety check, chances are your air conditioner is not functioning at its full potential. Cleaning the coils, recharging the refrigerant and lubricating motors and bearings can do wonders for your air conditioner’s efficiency.
If your cooling system at home is more than 12 years old, do not be surprised if it is frequently struggling to cool your living space or if its components are malfunctioning. Replacing it may be a costly endeavor upfront, but the energy savings it will provide are far more critical to your budget.
Mechanical Technologies provides top-rated residential and commercial HVAC solutions, including air duct cleaning and sealing. To learn more about our products and services, call (915) 544-1550 or fill out our contact form.
