The cost of area utilities has increased significantly in recent years, and there is little doubt that costs for electricity, gas and fuel oil will continue to increase in the future. While energy cost increases alone are a great incentive for properly maintaining air conditioning and heating systems, there are other reasons for focusing on heating and cooling appliance maintenance as well.
1. Maintaining AC systems can be a health issue.
Many area residents suffer from allergies or other respiratory issues. Home air conditioning and heating systems that are not properly maintained may contribute to worsening respiratory symptoms. Ductwork and filters need to be cleaned to ensure the air homeowners breathe is as free of contaminants as possible. Regular maintenance should always include checking the condition of filters and other air quality devices. Keeping temperatures within a certain range is also necessary for some people with other physical issues. Properly maintained heating and cooling systems ensure the temperatures are always kept at a comfortable level.
2. Proper maintenance may prevent costly system breakdowns.
Heating and cooling appliances that are not maintained are, as a rule, more likely to breakdown when they are most needed. AC contractors in Huntersvills, NC like Air Dynamics MS, LLC point out that AC systems, even when properly serviced, often struggle during the regions hot, humid summers. When a system is serviced, technicians can often identify potential problems before they actually cause a system failure. If problems are ignored, part failures may actually cascade, with one part failure causing others to fail as well. The costs for repairs quickly add up.
3. Poorly operating air conditioners increase pollution.
The idea of a single air conditioning system contributing to increased pollution levels may appear to be an exaggeration, but when looked at closely, the claim is easily supported. First, an AC system that is leaking even small amounts of coolant increases air pollution directly. Next, improperly operating AC units use far more energy than units properly maintained. That contributes to increased pollution from power plants and refineries. While a single unit does not make a huge impact, many improperly maintained units can significantly impact North Carolina’s air quality.
AC contractors in Huntersvills, NC routinely advise clients to have their heating and cooling systems maintained, and even offer service plans to ensure proper maintenance is scheduled.
