Air Conditioning Tune-up Checklist

Ah yes: the temperatures have turned milder and homeowners are finally able to throw

open their windows and enjoy the cleansing effects of balmy breezes wafting through the house. Enjoy these precious couple of weeks, because it won't be long before summer's heat is upon us forcing us to close those windows and rely on our air conditioning again. Spring is the perfect time to take out your air conditioning tune-up checklist so that your unit will be ready to roll on the very first day you need it. Don't have a list? Here's one to help you out.

Do everything you can on your end before calling in the professionals. Remove the cover from your outdoor condenser and make sure the area is clear of stored summer furniture, bagged leaves left over from fall, and other hindrances. Make sure the condenser coils themselves do not have vegetation growing into them or leaves stuck in the unit from last year. In order to function properly, your unit needs to be able to draw in air freely.

Call your favorite HVAC professional early. As you can imagine, once the heat hits, heating and air conditioning technicians are swamped with service calls. The earlier you call, the better your chances of getting prompt service: plus, many such companies offer spring tune-up specials for you take advantage of that won't be available during the busy summer season.

When the technician arrives, be sure you are getting a complete spring tune-up and not merely a quick check. The services he provides should include:

Cleaning and replacing AC filters

Checking and calibrating your thermostat

Checking refrigerant levels

Cleaning evaporator and condenser coils

Oiling motors if needed

Checking and servicing all electrical components

by: Carolyn Ethington

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