How Often Do Air Conditioners Need Maintenance?

We can’t stress enough how important it is to have routine maintenance each year. Not only do most air conditioning manufacturers require this to maintain their warranty, but your air conditioning unit is a piece of mechanical equipment, and wear and tear each season should be addressed to make sure you’re good to go. We often hear customers say their system was only installed within the last few years. While it’s true your typical wear and tear issues are less likely to occur, the reality is that manufacturer defects, while uncommon, can crop up in this time.

Should You Perform Air Conditioner Maintenance Yourself?

We always encourage homeowners to take control over their equipment and perform basic maintenance when possible. Things like replacing filters at the air handler is a routine task that should be done every 6 months or sooner. When dealing with your outdoor unit, it’s always best to seek a licensed HVAC technician for help.

Air Conditioner Maintenance in Maine

A properly air conditioned home can provide a break from the sweltering New England summers, keeping your family cool and comfortable. To keep everything running correctly, air conditioner maintenance in Southern Maine is the key to a healthy HVAC system.

When the temperature goes up, your air conditioner starts to work harder to cool down and remove moisture from the air. In fact, nearly 80% of system failures happen during the first week of operation. Getting maintenance from a licensed professional can help you reduce the risk of a breakdown in the opening months of summer, which can not only save you money but also potentially prevent an expensive breakdown over the long run.

Heritage Home Service has a dedicated maintenance team serving Southern Maine to help you catch any issues with your air conditioning system before it leaves you hot under the collar.

Maine Air Conditioner Maintenance Services

Our team of technicians are all licensed and trained on the latest technology, making them experts in working on all makes and models of air conditioning systems. With over 35 years of experience, Heritage Home Service is your partner in maintaining the good condition of your home and keeping your family safe and comfortable all year long. When you schedule your next maintenance visit with us, you can expect to be treated with the utmost professionalism. We promise:

Our technician will arrive at your home with a fully stocked truck, calling you 30 minutes before arrival letting you know we’re on the way.
Our technician will keep you informed on his findings, go over any questions you may have about the service, and complete the maintenance process in a timely and professional manner.
We’ll present you with what we found during the maintenance and let you decide the best way to move forward with repairs. Our work is covered by a 1-year parts and labor warranty, covering you in the event we have to come back for a covered issue again.

When you trust Heritage with your air conditioning maintenance, you can rest assured that the work will be done right the first time. No matter if you have a central air or ductless system, we’ll help keep your family comfortable all season long.

How Often Should I Schedule Air Conditioner Maintenance?

One of the best investments you can make into your home is annual air conditioner maintenance. In order to keep your warranty valid, most air conditioner unit manufacturers require units to be serviced by a licensed technician once per year. Having an annual maintenance schedule can help you determine the overall health of your unit, including going over the wear and tear from the past year and identifying any potential trouble that could be coming. It isn’t just regular use that can cause air conditioners to fail – manufacturer defects can cause breakdowns early in a unit’s life.

Can I Do My Own Air Conditioner Maintenance?

There are certain easy tasks homeowners can do to ensure their air conditioner stays in top condition. Changing home air filters four times per year and replacing air handler filters every six months can help your air conditioner run well throughout the seasons. When it comes to your outdoor unit, you’ll need some help from a professional.

Attempting to do your own air conditioner maintenance without any experience or training can do a lot more damage than you may realize. Between hazardous components and high voltage wires, attempting to work on your outdoor unit could be dangerous to your health. In addition, you may also need specialized equipment to make sure everything is working correctly.

A licensed technician from Heritage is constantly trained on the latest equipment and specifications, ensuring your outdoor unit will get the best service. On an annual air conditioner maintenance call, our professionals will keep you informed at every step and answer any questions you may have during the process. From there, we’ll explain what we did during the maintenance call, and go over any potential repairs you may need in the near future.

What Issues Can a Technician Troubleshoot During Air Conditioner Maintenance?

When it comes to your home systems, knowledge is power. The more you know, the better prepared you are to keep everything running in top shape. Some of the more common issues our technicians see on an annual service call includes:

Outdoor unit wiring damage due to rodents
Failed fans or a blower motor at the air handler or outdoor unit
Burned out capacitor in the outdoor unit
Clogs in outdoor coil fins from debris buildup, cutting air flow
Outdoor unit coil leaks from damage or normal wear
Fallen ice damage to the outdoor unit or coils
Clogged condensate line

While this isn’t the full list of what could happen to your air conditioning unit, these issues are often the ones causing the most problems. With an annual air conditioner maintenance call, our technicians can check to see if these things are affecting your system and make small repairs before they become big problems.

Stay Cool All Summer Long With the Help of Heritage Home Service

Don’t lose your cool due to broken AC in the long summer months. An annual air conditioner maintenance call to Heritage Home Service can help your system stay in top condition when you need it the most, and fix any issues before they lead to a bigger breakdown.

Heritage makes it easy to get your air conditioner maintenance on your schedule. Call us today and get your AC maintenance done before Spring.

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