Air conditioners last, but the one thing that gets in the way is poor household practice. When homeowners fiddle with the inside components of their air conditioner, or when the system is disregarded for years, you will run into some serious issues down the road.
We've assembled a list of some problems we've discovered during our experience conducting air conditioner repair that homeowners exacerbated. While you may require air conditioning repair in Phoenix, AZ, it shouldn't be that often, even if you've taken good care of your system. So, continue reading the three things you should never do to your air conditioner.
This knowledge will pay off, Rescue One Air promises; if you know what not to do with your air conditioner, you'll know when to call us for professional AC help.
When in Doubt, Call Phoenix AC Experts
If you have an air conditioner that isn't working properly, don't interfere with the inside components, no matter how handy you think you are.
The only things you should touch are your air filter and thermostat; everything else is off-limits and touching it could void your warranty and cause a severe problem. If you have questions regarding your air conditioner, give Rescue One Air a call!
Lower Your Thermostat Too Much
Before you say anything, reducing your thermostat to an appropriate level is perfectly acceptable. Isn’t that what your air conditioner should do: make your house cooler.
Many homeowners with failing air conditioners or who live in scorching climates (such as Phoenix) believe that lowering the thermostat regularly will improve the efficiency of their system and make their home cooler.
Here's a hint: it won't get over 20 degrees cooler inside your house than outside. Anything above that point adds stress to your system, increases the risk of a breakdown, and increases your energy cost.
Never Open Your AC for DIY Fixes
We know that many of you are skilled with a socket wrench and pliers. That said, there are many reasons why you shouldn't open your air conditioner to fix it yourself, the most important of which being that you risk voiding your warranty and causing further damage down the road.
Only a licensed and trained professional technician has the knowledge and tools to open and fix your system.
Change Filters Incorrectly
Some filters are discarded and changed with new ones. Others are cleaned before being reinserted and used repeatedly.
These regulations are unbreakable. No matter how clever, any disposable air filter can safely be washed and reinserted. Maintain the health of your air conditioner by following the recommendations and contacting our experts if you have questions.
Where to Find Reliable Phoenix AC Maintenance
For quality maintenance and repair, Contact Rescue One Air to schedule maintenance or find out more about the best AC maintenance to give you the best indoor air quality possible.
You can check out our customer reviews or browse through the Rescue One Air video library to see our AC repair crews in action for further information.
