With temperatures starting to warm up in American Fork, UT, now is the perfect time to schedule a spring air conditioning tune-up. Timing this appointment prior to summer ensures you can reap the benefits of cool and comfortable air in your home when temperatures near 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
Getting Ready for Summer
Your air conditioning system needs to be ready in anticipation of the heat that summer brings. It can be uncomfortable to have your AC unit fail in the middle of a heatwave. An AC tune-up in the spring can spot issues before they turn into something catastrophic.
Our team will check things like refrigerant levels, electrical connections, and your AC compressor. We will ensure that your condensate drain line is clear. We remove dust and debris from evaporator coils and clean fan blades. Repairs can be made if we find anything wrong during this process.
Avoiding Expensive Repairs
Routine spring inspections and maintenance can help you avoid premature equipment replacement and AC repairs. Lack of maintenance leads to system strain and wear and tear. Something like low refrigerant levels can lead to your AC compressor overheating and failing. Finding a potential leak and refilling the refrigerant could have avoided that situation. When you prevent frequent issues from occurring, this can lengthen the life expectancy of your AC unit.
Boosting System Efficiency
Ensuring that your AC unit is functioning efficiently can save you a lot of money on your monthly energy bills. Efficiency also reduces your household’s carbon footprint. A routine inspection can spot issues with clogged filters, damaged coils and malfunctioning fans before they lead to increased energy consumption. The U.S. Department of Energy estimates that you can use between 15% and 40% less energy when you utilize AC maintenance regularly.
Improving Your Indoor Air Quality
High levels of pollen in the spring and summer send people indoors as they search for relief. Your air conditioner is an essential part of maintaining healthy indoor air quality during this time. It can help filter out particulate matter like pollen, dust and pet dander, all of which can cause allergy symptoms.
If your filter is dirty or there is mold growth in your AC unit, this can decrease indoor air quality and make symptoms worse. This can also cause strain to your AC equipment. Routine maintenance can spot these problems and help you make the most of your AC unit during allergy season.
We can check the airflow that’s coming out of your vents. This helps us determine if your AC is providing consistent cooling. Issues with airflow can be caused by ductwork problems, a dirty filter or damaged fan blades.
Scheduling Convenience
A lot of people fail to schedule an AC tune-up in early spring. This results in many last-minute appointments when hot weather arrives. Many people turn on their AC unit in the summer to find that it doesn’t work properly. Scheduling your tune-up in early spring provides you with scheduling convenience.
Considering Air Conditioning Integrity
An air conditioning unit usually lasts between 15 and 20 years. This time frame may be much shorter if you skip routine tune-ups. Minor issues are left unaddressed, leading to bigger problems. Simply having coils cleaned and filters replaced can reduce strain on your AC system substantially. This can add years of useful life to your AC equipment. We will also lubricate moving parts to prevent unnecessary friction, which often leads to AC issues.
Confirming Home Comfort
It’s important that your air conditioning system can keep up with your demands throughout spring and summer. Our team can calibrate your AC unit to ensure that it’s functioning at peak performance. We can address issues that may be causing things like hot or cold spots or lack of cool airflow. The goal is to reap the benefits of AC that can cool your home quickly, efficiently and consistently.
Routine spring tune-ups can also minimize the risk of a noisy AC unit. Lack of maintenance allows loose components and dirty fan blades to generate clanging, banging and squeaking sounds. Being able to enjoy a quiet home is important.
We can calibrate your thermostat as part of your tune-up. This ensures accurate temperature control throughout your home. We will take temperature readings near your thermostat and in different rooms. We compare that information to the reading on your thermostat. Depending on your thermostat model, we may be able to calibrate or adjust the settings.
Older models often require manual adjustments using a calibration lever or screw on the inside of the unit. It’s common for sensors inside the thermostat to become dirty over time, which can impact temperature readings and the functioning of your AC. We can clean these components to ensure proper function.
Achieving Peace of Mind
Knowing that your AC unit has received a recent spring tune-up provides you with peace of mind. You can rest assured knowing that you can rely on cool and comfortable air throughout your home even in the hottest summer months. You should also know that your system is going to function safely without the risk of fire or electrical shock.
Assessing System Lifespan
A tune-up is a great opportunity to learn more about the life expectancy of your AC unit. We can often alert you when your system is nearing the end of its lifespan. This allows you to budget for a new unit without having to deal with an unexpected breakdown and replacement. Some of the things we consider when evaluating system lifespan include the condition of electrical connections and other interior components, signs of corrosion, the frequency of repairs and system performance.
When it comes time to replace your air conditioner, we can help you decide on a new unit. There are factors to consider when selecting an AC model, such as the size of your home. We also think about the number of people in your household, your cooling demands and efficiency needs.
Air conditioning units are rated using the Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio, or SEER for short. The higher the SEER rating a unit has, the more efficient it will be. British Thermal Units (BTUs) measure the cooling capacity of an air conditioner. We can also help you consider warranty coverage and brand reputation when you’re thinking about a new AC unit. We work with some of the top brands in the industry to provide you with cool and comfortable air all spring and summer.
Contact Us Today
Spring is an ideal time of year to schedule an AC tune-up with Gunthers Heating, Cooling, and Plumbing in American Fork. We can also take care of any necessary repairs. If you’re in need of a new AC unit, we can help you choose a new model and install it for you. Reach out to Gunthers Heating, Cooling, and Plumbing in American Fork today to schedule a spring AC tune-up.
