How Often Should You Have Your AC Unit Serviced In 2021?

We know it can be confusing when to have your Ac unit serviced for regular maintenance. The old saying, “if it’s not broken, don’t fix it” doesn’t provide the best advice. You can save yourself thousands of dollars by allowing a service professionals like O’Brien’s Quality A/C & Construction Inc. to regularly maintain to your unit. There are many factors to consider when determining how often your AC should be serviced, below are a few things to keep in mind when making a maintenance schedule.

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Consider Your Geographical Region and Climate

When determining how frequent your AC unit should be maintained, you need to consider where you are located and the frequency of use. For example, if you are living in Northern Florida, you may not run your AC unit as often when it’s cooler outside. This can also be true if you are living somewhere coastal that allows you to open your windows frequently throughout the year. However, for most people in the US, our AC unit is relied on daily. Especially when living in Florida. If you are living in Florida, your AC unit maintenance should be a top priority. In the summer months, emergency calls come in droves and cost home owners unnecessary expenses had they properly maintained their AC unit. Avoid the unfortunate experience of being without AC during July by regularly scheduling a service visit at least once per year in preparation for the time when your AC unit will be working the hardest.

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The Age Of Your AC

When performing research about the frequency of maintenance for your AC, age is not just a number. The older your AC unit is, the harder it has to work. It’s a fact of life and it can be applied to all areas. Your unit has hours on it, just like a boat engine. The longer it’s sustained itself and made it through the scorching summer months, the more attention it will need to ensure it’s properly functioning. Annual service calls are great for households located in climates with changing seasons or for those with brand new units. Many HVAC professionals recommend maintenance twice each year – every six months for peak performance. This is needed to maintain your system and keep your air conditioner clean. When you commit to this maintenance schedule you can have peace of mind knowing you can avoid potential emergency service calls and possibly spot problems ahead of time, allowing you more time to prepare yourself. Guarantee your families comfort all year long by ensuring your service calls are properly in schedule with a trusted service provider like O’Brien’s Quality A/C & Construction Inc.

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Do You Have An Outdated Unit or Problematic System?

While some older units can last a long time with proper maintenance, eventually all things must be replaced. After repairs begin to exceed the cost of a new unit, replacement is advised. It can be challenging to replace an AC unit, especially if it’s an unexpected cost. You can trust the professionals at O’Brien’s Quality A/C & Construction Inc. to provide expert guidance when selecting your replacement AC unit, should repair no longer be considered economical. A newer and more efficient air conditioner can save you hundreds of dollars a year and an expert opinion can help to determine the best unit for your needs. You don’t have to wait until it’s too late to speak with us about your aging unit, call us today for more information about repair and replacement options for your situation by clicking here. We are ready to help!