As spring rolls around, you could be considering, is an AC tune-up worth it in Erie? Especially if your cooling system is recently installed or was running well last season.

Here’s one approach to look at it. You wouldn’t purchase a brand-new car and never expect to request any service for it, such as putting in fresh oil or purchasing new tires.

The same is applicable to your air conditioner. It’s equipment that needs fuel and has moving pieces. Like a automobile, it can get leaks and its moving parts can break down.

Having your unit checked yearly by a Patterson & Stirling tech can help spot little issues before they become large malfunctions. (And cause your AC to stop operating!)

Six Reasons to Tune Up Your AC in the Spring

  1. It keeps your equipment clean. Since your AC is located outdoors, it’s more susceptible to having a buildup of dirt, leaves and other yard refuse, which can greatly affect your system’s efficiency. While you can try our how to clean your AC guide, we recommend calling a professional to service complicated internal components.
  2. It keeps your system efficient. Dirt and yard refuse that accumulate in your unit can make it work harder and lower airflow. Both these issues can cause higher energy consumption—and a higher cooling bill!
  3. It could lengthen your equipment’s life span. A clean air conditioner is an efficient one and could even help it work for a longer period of time. That’s money that you won’t spend on your monthly cooling costs and over the years, because you won’t have to buy new equipment as soon.
  4. It helps identify little issues before they turn into big, expensive problems. During professional AC maintenance, your tech will closely examine pieces and complete a cycle of cooling performance tests. These detailed procedures often allow us to locate issues before they turn into extensive troubles that result in an expensive repair bill.
  5. It helps ensure worry-free cooling throughout the summer. After your AC is serviced, you’ll have peace of mind being aware your equipment is ready to deliver worry-free air. Even on the most humid days. It’s one of the smartest methods to keep your air conditioner from failing.
  6. It keeps your warranty going. Most manufacturers expect regular maintenance to keep your warranty going. Without this tune-up, your unit is open to premature breakdowns and limited efficiency.

What Does AC Maintenance Include?

A quality AC service should include an examination and maintenance work from a qualified HVAC specialist. Here’s some of the services we’ll perform:

System Examination

We’ll check the subsequent spots and pieces:

  • Complete equipment state
  • Start-up pattern
  • Thermostat settings
  • Air filter
  • Blower pieces and airflow
  • Electrical connections
  • Condenser coil
  • Safety mechanisms
  • Supply and return temperature
  • Refrigerant pressure
  • Condensate drains

Tune-Up

This is just a portion of the jobs we’ll complete:

  • Put in new air filters
  • Secure electrical connections
  • Confirm electrical flow
  • Grease moving components
  • Rinse condensate drains
  • Clean condenser coil

Schedule Your AC Maintenance Now with Patterson & Stirling

This week is the perfect time to schedule your AC maintenance! Give our Patterson & Stirling pros a call at 814-308-0416 or contact us online to request your appointment. Before we arrive at your house, be sure to look at our special offers for savings on your approaching tune-up.