Why Regular AC Maintenance Is Crucial for Energy Efficiency

In the Tacoma area, summers get hot, meaning you’re likely running your air conditioner almost every day from late June through early September. If it’s not working at its peak efficiency, the wasted energy adds up fast, and so do your energy bills.

Scheduling seasonal AC maintenance is the best way to make sure your air conditioner is ready for the heat. By keeping your air conditioning system tuned up, you’ll reduce your home’s environmental impact, reduce energy costs, and prolong the system’s lifespan.

Importance of Regular AC Maintenance

Regular AC tune-ups are part of any good home maintenance schedule and should not be neglected. Your air conditioner is designed to work efficiently, cooling the air in your home, but over time, dust, allergens, mildew, and particulates from the air accumulate in the filters, vents, and other AC components. The belts and screws may come loose; problems could develop with the thermostat, the coils, or fan motors, and more.

When it comes to extending the lifespan of your air conditioner, you can’t underestimate the importance of AC maintenance. When you schedule your annual tune-up with Kliemann Bros, we’ll go over the entire system, giving it a good cleaning and once-over to make sure all electrical components have proper connections, all mechanical parts are moving properly and lubricated well, and indoor and outdoor parts are clean and functioning as they should. The best way to avoid problems and keep your air conditioner working like new longer is to have it looked at regularly by experts.

Impact of Neglect on Energy Efficiency

It can be easy to forget about your air conditioner, but your home would be uncomfortably hot without it. AC tune-ups may not always make it to the top of your priority list, but it’s important to make maintenance a priority at least once every spring.

Neglecting your annual tune-ups may cause issues affecting your comfort and your wallet. These include:

• Poor indoor air quality
• Lower cooling capabilities
• Higher-than-normal energy bills
• Strange noises
• Bad smells
• Mold and mildew growth
• Frequent breakdowns needing costly repairs
• A shorter overall lifespan
• Safety hazards like electrical issues

You’ll likely also notice higher-than-normal energy bills, as the overall cleanliness and maintenance affect the efficiency of your air conditioning.

Essential Maintenance Tasks for Optimal Efficiency

At Kliemann Bros, we follow our AC maintenance checklist, double-checking every part of your home’s cooling system. Some specific tasks we perform on a maintenance call include:

• Inspecting all system components, from the coils to the air ducts.
• Changing or cleaning air filters.
• Checking airflow strength.
• Clearing the condensate drain line.
• Lubricating moving parts.
• Cleaning and adjusting the blower components.
• Testing the thermostat and system controls.
• Tightening electrical connections.
• Checking refrigerant levels.
• Removing debris and cleaning indoor and outdoor units.

If we find any issues that require a separate repair call, we’ll tell you what we found, give our repair recommendations, and provide a price quote. We always keep our communications clear and accurate, so you know exactly what to expect.

Signs Your AC Needs Immediate Attention

Not sure when to schedule maintenance or repairs? The following are signs to look for when identifying if your AC needs maintenance or repairs:

• Loud noises like squealing, banging, rattling, humming, buzzing, or hissing.
• Dirty evaporator coils.
• Poor or nonexistent cooling capabilities.
• Continuous operation when not switched to “on”.
• Short cycling (turning on and off quickly, without fully cooling the room).
• Signs of leaks.
• Electrical issues, like tripping a breaker when turned on.
• Worn-down mechanical parts.
• Thermostat problems.

At Kliemann Bros, our HVAC technicians are experienced and skilled in working on all types of cooling systems throughout the Tacoma area. If your AC isn’t working, we’ll find the source of your problem quickly and fix it for you fast.

Our maintenance services are available year-round, so whether you’re ready to book your regular bi-annual AC tune-up or you’re not sure when it was last looked at, we’ll get it tuned up and ready to keep you cool and comfortable again.

Long-Term Benefits of an Energy-Efficient AC

Keeping your AC system as energy-efficient as possible will reap long-term benefits like:

• Reducing the number of costly repairs your AC will need over its lifetime.
• Preventing annoying noises, smells, and discomfort that come with a malfunctioning AC.
• Improving the indoor air quality in your home.
• Extending the lifespan so you don’t have to prematurely purchase a new air conditioner because of wear and tear.
• Improving your energy savings, as a well-taken-care-of system requires less power to effectively cool your house.
• Keeping your house comfortable with even, consistent cooling you can count on.

Investing in regular AC checkups is a small price to pay for the potential long-term savings of keeping your air conditioner tuned up and running smoothly.

Contact Kliemann Bros To Book Your AC Maintenance Today

Having a well-maintained air conditioner will keep you comfortable, save you money, and help the system last longer. Keeping your AC tuned up will reduce your stress levels, too, because you’ll know your system is ready to go and will work for you, day and night, whenever you need it.

Best of all, you don’t have to know how to maintain your AC unit by yourself. Our team of HVAC professionals works hard to provide top-quality work, expert solutions, and excellent customer service every time. We care about our community, and as locals ourselves, we will do all we can to make sure you and your family stay comfortable and safe all summer long.

Whether you need help changing your air filter or want to talk to someone about a full AC system upgrade, contact Kliemann Bros to schedule your next tune-up, and we’ll take care of it for you fast.