Preventive Maintenance to Extend Your Air Conditioning Lifespan

With El Paso weather reaching into the triple digits, it looks like we are going to be having an extra hot summer this year. It is especially important to ensure that your air conditioning unit is running in great condition. We have a few tips to help you maintain your evaporative or refrigerated AC units. If the work seems over your head you can always rely on the experts at Mechanical Technologies.

Proper Maintenance on Refrigerated AC Units

There are few tasks and visual inspections that you can conduct to ensure that your refrigerated air conditioning is working properly. Be sure that there is no ice accumulation on the coils. This is a good starting point. You can also check to make sure that the fan motors and blades turn easily and are free of any breakage. Then you can check for frayed wiring insulation or corroded terminals. It would be a good idea to tighten electrical connections on the electrical panel. If you know where to find the drain pan be sure to make sure it is clean and drains without any clogs.

Preventive Maintenance for Evaporative Coolers

Many homeowners in El Paso decide to hang on to their swamp coolers instead of switching to refrigerated air conditioning. If you conduct proper maintenances on them they can definitely last longer, although they are not as lasting as refrigerated AC units. They do cost less to replace and run. It is best to make sure that the AC pads on the swamp cooler are not covered in the calcium buildup. You will also want to make sure there is not gunk or grime buildup. It is also important to check the pump and make sure it is functioning properly. All the parts in an evaporative cooler are fairly easy to find and replace. They also cost a lot less than replacing refrigerated air conditioning parts.

Contact Us Today

If you are interested in getting a technician to help you with preventive maintenance be sure to contact us at Mechanical Technologies in El Paso for air conditioning help. We offer a wide variety of services to include preventative maintenance and repairs. When you want to prolong the life of your AC unit but are not familiar with HVAC units, it is best to call in the experts! Contact us today! We will be happy to answer your questions and set you up with an appointment.

Mr Zubiate

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