Keeping Your Cool in the Summer

It’s summer and you’ve spent all day running errands. You can’t wait to get home where it’s cool. You arrive at home, and your house feels as warm as it is outside. There’s a problem with your AC unit. According to Mike Ramos, owner of One Hour Air Conditioning and Heating many people don’t think about their AC Units unless they’re in a situation like this. Depending on the particular problem, your West Palm Beach AC repair can be costly. But there is a way to help keep those costs lower. Doing some maintenance can help extend the life on your AC unit.

Many places that perform AC repair in West Palm Beach offer maintenance programs. This generally includes tune ups, air duct cleanings, and services to help lessen the likelihood of needing a service call. One Hour Air Conditioning and Heating has a maintenance program called the Comfort Club. Homeowners receive a 20-point biannual inspection which takes about an hour and a half to complete. During this inspection, the technicians will check all of the electrical components, the evaporator coil, blower wheel, duct work, drain lines, consumable parts and the outdoor unit to name a few. The inspection analyzes every area of your air conditioning system. Other membership benefits include increasing the lifespan of your unit, reduced energy costs, and discounts on various services.

Dirt in the air filters can prevent your unit from running efficiently. This causes your AC unit to work harder to keep you cool which may result in higher utility bills. To keep your unit running efficiently, you should check and replace them every one to two months.

Maintenance can not prevent every issue. Sometimes, it may become necessary to call for West Palm Beach AC repair. While the most obvious sign that you are in need of repair may be that you don’t feel cooler when the unit is on, there are some other things to look for.

• Sudden spike in electricity bill. This could indicate your unit is not running efficiently making it harder to cool your home.
• Unusual noises. This could mean a few different things.
• Ice build up on the unit. This could prevent the efficient running of your unit.

Much like cars, people don’t think about the AC units until there is a problem. While maintenance can’t always prevent all West Palm Beach AC repairs, a lit bit can go a long way in helping.