26/03/2022
In Dubai, the average temperature on a typical afternoon in July and August is around 46 degrees Celsius.
With the temperature that high outside, interior temperatures can reach very dangerous levels.
Here are five AC maintenance tips that will help keep your unit running smoothly this summer
1. Change Your Air Filters
Your HVAC system comes equipped with air filters to capture dust, pet hair, and other contaminants. These filters prevent those contaminants from interfering with your system’s operation.
Over time, those filters get dirty or clog up. A dirty air filter can often cause icing on your air conditioning unit, which pushes the unit harder than necessary. Changing out your filters once a quarter can help prevent this problem.
2. Clear Away Plants and Bushes
Your air conditioning unit needs freely flowing air to function correctly. As bushes, flower beds, grass, or weeds grow around the unit, they obstruct the airflow. Again, this pushes the unit harder than necessary.
Clear away any obstructions near the unit. It ensures the unit gets enough air. That ensures a more efficient unit for your home.
3. Check the Drain Line
Your air conditioning unit needs to drain excess moisture from the condenser. This drain line can clog from algae growth.
If algae or mold has mostly plugged the line, a basic wet/dry vacuum cleaner can typically suck away the obstruction although it’s best to call professionals to have it done.
4. Get a Programmable Thermostat
Many people leave their air conditioning turned on all day, cooling an empty house or apartment. Others simply forget about adjusting the thermostat on their way out the door. This shortens the working life of the air conditioning unit and costs you money.
A programmable thermostat removes the human element. You simply program the thermostat for the temperatures you want at different times of the day. You save money and extend the efficient working life of the unit.
5. Schedule Professional Maintenance
A lot of things you can’t necessarily see may go wrong with an air conditioning unit. A professional maintenance company can check these things on a periodic basis:
Electrical components
Mechanical components
Coolant levels
Duct integrity
Calling a pro in once a quarter ensures that your air conditioner stays efficient for as long as possible
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If you would like to get the VFix team to come in & have a professional look & service of your AC systems then contact us on [email protected] or alternatively book online https://vfixmaintenance.com
