AC Maintenance - Springfield, OH | Universal Heating and Cooling

There are plenty of good reasons to request yearly AC maintenance in Springfield, OH. An AC tune-up can point out many issues with your system that you never would have guessed were there. More importantly, it can eliminate most of these issues before they grow worse. The result is more energy-efficient performance. You won’t deal so much with problems like short-cycling or lukewarm air. If you need a repair, your warranty will be more likely to cover some aspects of it. And you may not have to pay as much as you did each month on utilities.

With fewer issues putting wear and tear on your system, you can expect one great long-term benefit: an extended lifespan for your AC unit. Your ducted AC will be more likely to last the 15 years that its manufacturer intended for it. A ductless mini-split can last twice as long with the proper care. Lastly, a well-maintained air conditioner will be cleaner, which can mean a boost in your indoor air quality.

Springfield AC Tune-Up: The Basics

Tune-ups usually start with a visual inspection of your air conditioner, including the air handler, compressor, and refrigerant line. The technician will be able to spot problems like leaks in the piping or debris buildup in the compressor grille.

Some of these problems, like a leak, will probably need a separate appointment, while others will get taken care of then and there. Cleaning is definitely a big part of maintenance because nothing can overheat a system more quickly than dust and grime coating the condenser coil in the compressor or the evaporator coil in the air handler.

Maintenance also includes the following:

Adjustment of out-of-balance fan blades

Tightening of electrical connections

Lubrication of motor bearings and other parts

Thermostat calibration and cleaning

Air filter replacement or cleaning

After the technicians finish making adjustments, they’ll then test the system’s operations, making sure it cycles for a reasonable length of time. They can also test the safety controls and ensure that the blower motor pushes out air at the right pressure, performing air balancing if it’s not. In the end, you should receive a written report letting you know what happened and what future repairs, if any, you need.

AC Maintenance for Homeowners

Universal Heating & Cooling, a locally owned and operated company, has been providing AC tune-ups to homeowners since 1976. We welcome all makes and models of ducted and ductless AC units. You have several maintenance membership programs to choose from, each one varying in price but also in the kind of incentives you receive. Even with the most basic program, though, you get things like a filter replacement reminder and front-of-the-line service.

AC Maintenance in Springfield, OH

Springfield AC Tune-Up: The Basics

AC Maintenance for Homeowners