Did you know almost nine in 10 U.S. households — 88% — use air conditioning?
That’s according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s 2020 Residential Energy Consumption Survey.
While an AC unit is almost a must year-round in some states and during the spring and summer in others, you need to maintain your equipment to enjoy reliable service when needed. That means prioritizing annual service to maximize your AC or HVAC unit investment.
Consider these five reasons why regular AC service is beneficial — and the costs of not doing so.
- Safeguards Your Warranty
A new AC unit will cost thousands of dollars. It’ll provide years of reliable service if it’s maintained. One thing that’ll give you peace of mind is the warranty. But that warranty will only be valid if you honor your end of the bargain — and that includes annual service. So, booking annual service from a reputable HVAC service company will protect your warranty.
The last thing you need is for your AC to act up during the warranty period — only to find out the warranty is no longer applicable due to a lack of regular maintenance. That could mean paying for any required repairs out of pocket, which may add up to a small fortune.
- Reduces the Odds of Catastrophic Failure
Maintaining your AC unit will reduce the risks of catastrophic equipment failure. An AC unit is necessary wherever you live in the U.S., but some states get hotter weather over longer periods of the year than others. The last thing you need is for your AC equipment to fail during the hottest weekend of the year. But if you ignore routine annual service — and any issues that may arise — things can worsen and lead to catastrophic failure.
It’s cheaper to factor annual AC service into your budget rather than potentially face major problems that cost an arm and a leg to resolve.
- Makes Things Easier for Allergy Sufferers
A well-serviced AC will ensure the air in your home is cleaner and safer for everyone, but the benefits will be even more profound for allergy sufferers. When you book an annual AC service appointment, the HVAC technician will change filters, clean components, and remove allergens, dirt, and dust particles that can wreak havoc on people with allergies or asthma.
- Reduces Energy Bills
Your AC unit will function more efficiently and effectively when serviced annually. If the AC isn’t taken care of at regular intervals, it may have to work harder than otherwise necessary to produce the level of cooling you require. That not only will reduce the longevity of your AC over time but will lead to higher utility bills at the end of the month.
Do you want to invest thousands into a new AC and then see its longevity and efficiency decline prematurely due to lack of maintenance? The answer is an obvious, “No.” It’s also certain that you don’t want to spend more than necessary on utility bills. Proper AC maintenance will leave you with more money in your pocket at the end of the month.
- Prevents Offensive Odors
If you fail to maintain your AC unit regularly, you might notice foul-smelling odors in the air. When the inside of an AC unit accumulates too much dirt, dust, and other contaminants, the result might be an offensive smell that the equipment circulates throughout your home. You can bet that breathing in those odors won’t be good for anyone’s health.
These are five reasons to contact an HVAC services company to service your AC unit each year. For a modest investment, you’ll have an AC unit that performs efficiently and reliably.
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