Keep Your System In Good Repair

When it comes to  air conditioner repair Mission Viejo and its sunny weather can make fixing that broken HVAC system a high priority.  However, if you’ve just installed a new system or if you want to be a good steward of the system you have, did you know there’s actually quite a lot that you can do to keep your system healthy?  Here’s our picks for the top good choices you can make to extend the life of your air conditioner.

1. Change Your Filters

Like “eat your peas” and “sit up straight”, most of us know that we should regularly clean or change filters anywhere they exist.  However, many people fail to change or clean their air conditioner filter regularly, either because they don’t realize the importance of this simple step or because they forget to do it.  Why change your filters?  Simple.  If your system has to pull air through a thick layer of dust, animal air, or other dirt, it has to work harder to move the same volume of air.  If it has to work harder, it will wear out sooner.

2. Keep The Area Around Your Outdoor Unit Clear

Everything from twigs, to grass, to leaves and even insects can get into your outdoor air conditioner unit.  Much like a dirty filter indoors, an exterior unit filled with debris can force your system to work much harder.  Take the time in the spring and fall to trim foliage and tree branches away from your unit, and inspect to make sure no insects are building nests inside.  If you do notice insects (such as wasps) taking up residence in your unit, contact a qualified exterminator.

3. Keep Your Vents Open

While it might seem more frugal to close the vents in your house, your system is designed to run with all the vents open.  Closing a few of them to “save” heating or cooling a room can cause damage to your system.  Keep your vents open to prevent your air conditioner’s premature aging.

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Finding A Real Pro

If your HVAC system isn’t performing the way it should be, odds are that you’re looking through all the options for  air conditioner repair Laguna Hills boasts, wondering which one you should choose.  An air conditioning system is a significant investment and choosing someone to work on yours can seem intimidating.  Here are a few things to keep in mind to help you narrow down your options.

1. Get Educated

The first thing to decide is exactly what you want your service technician to do for you.  For example, you might have different criteria for the person you’re hiring just to perform a spring cleaning and service of your system, compared to the company you might want if you’re considering replacing your air conditioning unit altogether.  It’s also useful to be certain of the issues you’re seeing.  Is your air conditioner not cooling all of your house effectively?  Is it running too much?  Making strange noises?  Not coming on at all?  Having a clear idea of what you want fixed can be useful when you speak to your service technician.

2. Ask Around

While you can always just hop on the computer and do a quick internet search until you find the name and number of a nearby HVAC company, taking the time to do a little bit more research can save you money and time in the long run.  Choose three or four companies that are near you, and then check out their online reviews.  Finally, take the time to check with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) to see if any complaints have been lodged against them.  (Word of mouth is always great as well–it can pay to ask friends and family which companies they’ve had good experiences with in the past.)

3. Check On Experience

Nobody wants to be someone else’s “learning experience”.  Your air conditioner repair technician ideally should have several years of training and on-the-job experience, and she or he should be happy to discuss this with you.  Like any other skill, taking care of air conditioners is actually something that you get better at with time.  (Not to brag, but we’ve been in business since 1997.)

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