Cooling Resilience: How Proper Maintenance Prolongs the AC Lifespan

The better you take care of something, the longer it will last, and this is also true for your AC. According to Active Plumbing & Air Conditioning, proper maintenance is essential for prolonging the lifespan of your air conditioning system, and there are various factors you should know about that affect its lifespan. Here is what you should know about your AC and how to enhance its cooling resilience and longevity.

Regular Maintenance Guarantees Efficient Operation

There is no better way to ensure that your AC system operates at its peak efficiency than regular maintenance. This means regularly cleaning your air filters or changing them once every three months or so, unclogging coils, and maintaining proper refrigerant levels to allow the system to cool your space effectively without straining its components. 

When your AC operates efficiently, it will experience less wear and tear over time. This will reduce the risk of premature failure and extend its lifespan.

Reduced Strain on Various Components

A neglected AC will accumulate dirt, dust, and debris on its coils, fans, and other critical components. The buildup will restrict airflow and cause the system to work harder than before just to achieve its standard cooling levels. 

When you have an AC struggling to work due to the accumulation of dust, debris, and dirt, you will notice a significant increase in your energy bills, not to mention that the AC’s critical components can get damaged. 

When you clean and regularly maintain your AC, you reduce the strain on your system and prevent excessive and unnecessary wear and tear. 

Prevent Major Issues From Occurring

You can address many minor issues with your AC with regular maintenance, but if you want to ensure everything goes smoothly, you should contact a professional HVAC technician for professional maintenance.

During the visit, professionals will identify and address all the issues in your AC. HVAC technicians will detect and fix refrigerant leaks and take care of faulty electrical connections, malfunctioning sensors, and other potential issues that could lead to bigger problems.

When you take care of minor issues early on, you prevent extensive damage from occurring to your AC and ensure its longevity.

Lubrication and Component Maintenance 

Some AC components require regular lubrication to reduce friction and wear. Technicians will lubricate motors, bearings, and other moving components during maintenance. This will ensure that everything operates smoothly and prevent premature failures. If there are loose connections, they will tighten them and strengthen the resilience of your system.

Coil and ductwork maintenance is also crucial because dirty coils reduce heat transfer efficiency, forcing your AC to work harder and shorten its lifespan. When coils and the ductwork are cleaned, your system will work without obstructed airflow issues and restrictions, ensuring efficient distribution of cooled air and optimizing cooling performance, reducing the strain on the system.