Do you have to call a heating and cooling specialist if your HVAC system is working fine? It’s not quite that straight-forward.
Just because your air conditioner works doesn’t mean it’s working well.
Even with bad parts or misaligned components, modern air conditioners keep running. While that means fewer breakdowns, your equipment is probably working harder than it should. Your air conditioner may suffer premature wear and tear if you don’t invest in service. Lack of maintenance can lead to large concerns down the road. Homeowners these days are looking for ways to improve their home’s energy efficiency, from smart appliances to reflective shutters. Maintaining your air conditioner properly can also improve energy efficiency. Every year, these tune-ups are recommended by HVAC specialists. For some brands, tune-ups are more than a recommendation – failure to maintain your system may invalidate your manufacturer’s warranty, and you may not even know it. An air conditioner breakdown usually occurs because a minor issue becomes worse. Tune-ups catch small underlying concerns before they become larger. Air conditioner systems generally last 15 to 20 years, so homeowners are surprised when they have to update their units after 10 years. Lack of maintenance is the leading cause of air conditioner unit failure; it results in excessive wear and tear. The equipment will eventually show this after years of suboptimal performance.