HVAC Repair and Maintenance Tips

HVAC Repair and Maintenance Tips

Temperatures around the Australian East Coast have been unbearable recently. Some days the heat index value soared beyond 30 C. While the summer is almost coming to an end, the intense heat is not something anyone would want to experience in the meantime. The implication is that we cannot afford to neglect HVAC repair and maintenance services at this time.

This is the best time to request a service or maintenance check for your unit. If anything seems unusual with the way your HVAC is working, Reef Air Conditioning will be glad to help out. If your recent bills have been quite higher than what you used to pay, then that could be a sign that your HVAC is struggling to function. We can always help you with a free quote to get you started.

Maintaining Your HVAC in Mid-Summer

Ensuring a routine HVAC maintenance during early summer or the end of spring is a practice you should never neglect. If, for any particular reason, you failed to carry out maintenance on your unit as the season kicked off, we can also offer you the necessary assistance.

In the course of HVAC repair and maintenance, your AC unit will be adequately inspected for any possible issues. Every single component will be examined and serviced to ensure they are performing optimally. A number of tests and services that can be conducted include:

Replacement of air filter

When it’s summer, your HVAC unit is bound to operate with more stress and energy, exposing the filter to more debris, dirt, and dust. If you are the type that stays at home often and have one or two allergies, changing the filter every month would not be such a bad idea. The use of a single filter for longer than necessary can cause problems such as allergen buildup, short cycling, uneven cooling, and other complications.

Rid air ducts of dirt

This comprises making sure there are no obstacles in your vents. Your HVAC vents and air ducts sometimes collect more pollutants than your air filters. Therefore, when you strive to keep the filters clean, it helps to ensure the air quality is good and the AC system can function efficiently. At Reef Air Conditioning, Duct Sanitizing and Duct Cleaning are part of our core services.

Inspection of wires

With time, the electrical components inside your HVAC unit can become weaker because of age. An experienced technician that is certified and trained would do a routine check on your wires during an HVAC repair and maintenance to make sure everything is in perfect order. This is necessary to ensure the safety of you and your loved ones.

Refrigerant leaks

Having a refrigerant leak is the last thing you want in the middle of summer. The refrigerant plays a significant role regarding how an AC works. It is meant for cooling the incoming air. A few signs that may indicate that your refrigerant is leaking are: taking longer than usual to cool, higher electric bill, frequent cycling and others.

Adjustments of thermostat settings

If your schedule has been affected by the summer or you would not be around due to your vacation, just ensure your thermostat has been correctly set. For the people who go to work during the daytime, they can step up the temp by a couple of degrees. The 55% humidity level should be maintained though. For example, if you normally set the thermostat to 23 deg. whenever you want to sleep, then adjust the thermostat to 25 deg. in the daytime when you are not at home. Perhaps, you have been asked to work remotely from your home due to COVID restrictions; you can keep the temperature at a level that will be comfortable for you – a temp that is close to what you use at night will be fine. Every home with their unique heating and cooling needs. We specialize in helping you get the right setting that will meet your energy needs.

Get in touch with Reef Air Conditioning so we can draw up a routine HVAC repair and maintenance program for your AC unit. We are more than happy to help you achieve your goals in the area of cooling and heating of your home.