How to Prepare Your Air Conditioner for Summer

Prepare Your AC Repair for Summer

Before you call an AC repair service to fix your AC unit, you should do some prep work to get your unit ready for the hot weather. Clean the coils, condenser, drain pan, and drain pipe. All debris should be removed from the exterior unit. After cleaning the unit, you should store it in an easily accessible location, such as a garage. If you don't have a garage, place the outside unit on a concrete slab. This way, a professional will be able to install the unit without damaging the floor.  

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Clean the coils

In addition to keeping the air you breathe fresh, cleaning your AC's coils will prevent a number of problems. An unclean condenser or evaporator coil can cause a decrease in system performance and hot, humid air in your home. If these problems continue, you might need to contact your air conditioning repair service company for an AC repair for summer. These are the steps you should take to clean your AC coils.

First, you'll need to gather the tools that you need to clean the coils. Turn the unit off and get your tools. Use a brush and a towel to clean the coils. It is important to clean all the coils on the outside, as this prevents dirt from getting trapped within the unit. Clean the coils regularly and you'll enjoy lower electric bills in the summer.

Cleaning the drain pipe

The drain pipe is a vital part of your cooling and heating system. You can keep your cooling and heating system running at its best by cleaning it every so often. But first, you need to clear away debris. You will need to get rid of any slime or debris from the drain pipe. Here are some easy steps to clean the drain pipe:

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You must first clear out any blockages in your drain pipes. Then, you'll need to check for any leaks or breaks in the sewer line. The best time to do this is during the summer, when temperatures are warm and weather conditions are more friendly to drain maintenance and repair. After you have done this, you can make an appointment with an air conditioner repair company to get your unit back in working order.

Cleaning the condenser

Clean your condenser unit in the spring and summer to remove any debris or buildup on the fins. To remove bolts holding the top of your condenser unit together, it is best to use an hex head nuts driver. It is important not to damage the fins by using a screwdriver.

If the condenser is outdoors, take out any dead leaves or plants that could obstruct its airflow. You should also ensure that the condenser is not within five feet of any decks or other obstructions. During summer, you might need to clean the condenser more often than usual. If you don't have the time or the desire to clean it regularly, you can clean it once a calendar year.

Clean the condenser of your air conditioning system to maintain its efficiency and prolong its lifespan. Air conditioners last between ten to fifteen years. In addition to making the unit less efficient, a dirty condenser can also cause the refrigerant system to fail prematurely. The condenser coils are also home to biological contaminants that may eventually make their way into your home.

Clean the drain pan

In preparation for summer, cleaning your drain pan is an important AC maintenance task. These are the steps to follow at home. You will need to locate the drain pan's access point in order to clean the condensate drain lines. Turn off the drain line cap, and add 1/4 cup of white vinegar to it. Let the vinegar sit for 30 minutes, then rinse it with clean water.

The next step is to clean the evaporator coil. The evaporator coil can be clogged by dust and algae. You can purchase a commercial coil cleaner and use it to clean the coil. The drain pan can be cleaned with soap and water. After you've completed this step, your AC repair technician can begin the work. Just make sure you clean it on a warm day to prevent condensation from washing the dirt and dust from the coils.