heating and air harrisburg nc

Most AC units will last over ten years, but unfortunately, in many cases, homeowners are unable to help their units last more than that because they have not invested in their maintenance and upkeep. Over time, your air conditioner may get to the point where it needs to be replaced. Especially if it does not receive regular maintenance. 

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In AC maintenance, you will want to inspect the outside units often. It is important to check the unit before you turn the unit on in order to ensure it is working properly. Inspect the unit and ensure the condenser and evaporator are clean and free of dirt. As AC units age, it is important that you clean its coils to keep it from degrading. You will need to clean the coils once a year to prevent premature coil failure and to prevent the coils from rusting. The coils that have never been cleaned will rust and release dangerous carbon monoxide into the environment.

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If you have a window AC unit, inspect the filters. You will want to inspect them every month to ensure the cleaning solution is effectively getting to the filters. If the filters are dirty, change them every month. You will need to replace the filters every several months to ensure your window AC unit is able to cool the area properly. Be sure that the drain pipe is not clogged with grass or other debris that can make the air conditioner ineffective. Also, be sure that the thermostat is clean. You can remove the thermostat and clean it by replacing the cleaning solution. You should inspect the condenser and evaporator coils every year to ensure they are functioning properly.

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Make sure that you do regular cleaning on your ductwork to prevent premature failures. As AC units age, they will not be able to cool properly if you do not make sure that your ductwork is clean. As a last precaution, consider changing the air filter on your AC. You may need to replace the filter after three years. If you have an outdoor unit, inspect the cooling fins to ensure that they are clear of weeds, grass and debris. You will want to clean the cooling fins after two years to ensure that the cooling fan motor is not damaged.

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