Air conditioning units are the same as any other type of equipment as they can easily experience wear-and-tear. This is why regular maintenance is important to ensure that the units are functioning at their peak performance. By working with a well-respected and trusted professional Air Conditioner cleaning company, you will ensure that your units are well-maintained and increase the longevity of your Air Conditioner.

There are Air Conditioners that are designed to have a long-life span. Unfortunately, it seems that many do not last as long as they should.  Even if a manufacturer offers a warranty for a certain period, this doesn’t necessarily mean that the lifespan of the unit will last the same.

How Do you Extend the Lifespan of Your Air Conditioning Unit?

The best way to prolong your AC unit’s lifespan is by keeping it clean and maintained. Make sure that it is free of debris from both inside and out. While air conditioning units are designed to handle long hours of use and are pretty tough, skipping out on frequent maintenance will only surely shorten its lifespan. The average lifespan of air-conditioning units may last from 10 to 12 years. However, lifespans can be prolonged with proper care and maintenance. Just as you want every piece of equipment or even your car to be well-maintained, you also want your Air Conditioner to be always at its top running order when you need it the most.

Air Conditioning systems are similar to many things in your home or establishment that require maintenance – keeping a regular schedule of maintenance ensures it will always run effectively and efficiently.   Purchasing expensive Air Conditioning systems does not rule out the need to have the unit regularly cleaned.

Personally cleaning of your filters every three months will only go so far as there are additional components inside the Air Conditioner that requires cleaning.  HydroKleen’s Certified and Trained Specialist Technicians will help ensure that your units are well-maintained, reaching every nook and cranny, using cleaning equipment that has been specifically designed to clean Air Conditioners.  This will not only make sure that your AC is running at optimal condition all the time but it will also extend the lifespan of the units in the long run.

All HydroKleen Technicians use equipment specifically designed to clean Air Conditioners and are trained and certified by the Air Conditioner Wet Wash Association (ACWWA).  They will clean your AC unit back to ‘As New’ hygienic condition under the ACWWA HVAC Wet Wash Guidelines for Ductless Split Systems.  A Verification Seal will be affixed to your unit to confirm the clean has been completed to ACWWA’s Guidelines.

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You will know right away that your air conditioner is not working efficiently if suddenly you find yourself sweating profusely when you felt cool and relaxed only a short time before. There are some sure signs you can look for to know that your AC unit needs help. Knowing these will help you seek professional cleaning before a problem gets out of hand.

The Signs You Need AC Cleaning

The truth is, there are times you will need help with your AC unit. Some of these times are fairly obvious. For instance, if you turn on your unit and it does not cool, you know that you need the help of a professional AC cleaning company. After all, it should run and cool when you turn it on. This is typically an emergency situation that requires immediate action, or you will not have a working unit. However, other times are not so obvious.

One of the first signs you will notice when it is time for your air conditioner to be cleaned is a lack of efficiency. However, you will have to pay attention to notice this because it’s not always as obvious as you might think. If you notice that your AC unit is not running normal when the temperature outside has not changed, it might be time to give your technician a call. Similarly, if it is running a lot and not making much of a difference in your home’s temperature, you should call.

If you are unsure about the efficiency of your unit, you can experiment. Turn it down past where you normally feel comfortable and let it run for a little while. If you start to feel cool and then the unit shuts off, your unit is probably working well. If it runs continuously, but you do not feel the change of temperature, your AC unit is not running efficiently.

Noises are another sign that your air conditioner needs help with. Squeals, clunks, and other noises you don’t normally hear are other signs that your AC unit has a problem. They may not put your family’s safety at risk. Still, these sounds indicate something is going wrong inside the unit, and you should get it cleaned as soon as possible.

Finally, pay attention to how well the unit cools your entire home. If some areas are not getting cool, but others are, you may want your system checked. There could be dust, particles, and microbes blocking in your AC unit that reduces its efficiency.

Need Assistance with your Air Conditioners?

Asking a professional’s opinion is key.  All HydroKleen technicians test and check each unit prior to cleaning, and if it doesn’t need a clean, they will tell you.  They will step you through the entire HydroKleen process before they get started.

HydroKleen is the world leader in the cleaning and sanitisation of air conditioning units. In fact, we invented the Wet Wash system and have been helping customers all over the world Breathe Healthy Air for over 10 years.

A quick internet search will give you millions of ideas about how to most effectively use your air conditioner. Unfortunately, there’s many myths shared too, which could mean trouble for your air conditioner, or your wallet!

Here’s some of the latest myths and misconceptions we’ve seen:

1. The bigger the better.

When it comes to air conditioners, it’s better to get the right size for your room/s than to simply get the highest powered, largest unit you can afford. An oversized air conditioner has higher upfront costs, plus running costs will add up, especially when the machine continues to turn off and back on, as it reaches the desired temperature. An oversized air conditioner is also much less effective at dehumidifying the air to remove the sticky humidity feeling.

2. Using an air conditioner will give you a cold or flu.

Although an air conditioner won’t directly give you a cold or a flu virus, a dirty air conditioner can give you similar symptoms and make you sick. This is because the microbial contamination goes through the dirty filter, into the air you breathe. Sore throats, stuffy noses and runny eyes can all be related to a dirty air conditioner.

3. It’s best to turn off the air conditioner if you’re leaving the house.

It’s generally best to leave the air conditioner on when you’re leaving the house for a few hours, assuming you needed it on in the first place. The amount of energy required to cool down (or warm up) a home again, is significantly more than keeping it at the desired temperature. Longer periods of time may require using a programmable thermostat. While you’re not at home, the temperature can be set for a higher (or lower, for heating) than you might normally use, which then adjusts to your desired temperature before you return.

4. You only need to clean the filter.

To reduce the microbial contamination, and excess energy costs from running a dirty and dusty air conditioner, a regular clean and sanitise is essential. This includes the filter as well as the fans, coils and drains.  A HydroKleen air conditioner clean will help you to save on your power bill, reduce microbial contamination, plus it’ll help you machine to last longer!

Our Trained and Certified Technicians, under ACWWA, will step you through the entire clean process, and use equipment that is specifically designed to clean Air Conditioners, bringing your unit back to ‘As New’ condition.  We pride ourselves on the HydroKleen DIFFERENCE – No Mess, No Fuss, On Time!, and our ongoing partnership with the National Asthma Council’s Sensitive Choice Program.  All backed by HydroKleen’s 100% Satisfaction Guarantee

Your local HydroKleen technician is the expert in your air conditioning cleaning needs. Get in touch with our friendly team today to book your next clean!