Are AC tune ups worth it?
Air conditioning tune-ups provide a valuable service to homeowners. They restore much of the AC unit’s lost efficiency and capacity. Additionally, tune-ups improve reliability by catching problems before they lead to failures. However, the energy efficiency improvements rarely cover the cost of an annual tune-up.
What happens if you skip the air conditioner tune up?
The same goes for your air conditioner. Sure, we can’t guarantee that your air conditioner will break down if you skip your tune up this time. But if your air conditioner does malfunction, you can bet that the repair will cost more than a tune up would have.
Is it necessary to have an AC tune up every year?
The EPA, EnergyStar, and the U.S. Department of Energy all recommend regular or annual air conditioner maintenance. Mostly because of the energy efficiency benefits we mentioned above. Reason #7: You’ll get faster service with more flexible scheduling in the spring. So, have we convinced you to get your AC tuned up?
What to do if your air conditioner is making weird noises?
If your air conditioner suddenly starts making an unusual noise, you may want to investigate before calling for a service professional. Sometimes you can do a DIY service on your outdoor air conditioner unit to address the source of weird noises.
When do you Know Your air conditioner is not working?
If you turn the thermostat to “Cool” and absolutely nothing happens, please see Central AC Not Working At All. This information will also guide you through checking the air handler, clearing the condensate drain, and checking the outdoor compressor. If you can hear the AC running but it isn’t blowing air, please see Air Conditioner Not Blowing Air.
The same goes for your air conditioner. Sure, we can’t guarantee that your air conditioner will break down if you skip your tune up this time. But if your air conditioner does malfunction, you can bet that the repair will cost more than a tune up would have.
The EPA, EnergyStar, and the U.S. Department of Energy all recommend regular or annual air conditioner maintenance. Mostly because of the energy efficiency benefits we mentioned above. Reason #7: You’ll get faster service with more flexible scheduling in the spring. So, have we convinced you to get your AC tuned up?
If your air conditioner suddenly starts making an unusual noise, you may want to investigate before calling for a service professional. Sometimes you can do a DIY service on your outdoor air conditioner unit to address the source of weird noises.
If you turn the thermostat to “Cool” and absolutely nothing happens, please see Central AC Not Working At All. This information will also guide you through checking the air handler, clearing the condensate drain, and checking the outdoor compressor. If you can hear the AC running but it isn’t blowing air, please see Air Conditioner Not Blowing Air.