As the summer months approach us, we are making sure that we are stocked and ready to respond to emergency HVAC service calls. We do want to remind you that a properly maintained system will run better in summer months. If you have any questions about having a preventative maintenance done on your home air conditioning system, please call us. A trained technician will answer your questions and make sure your filters are changed, and perform a 21 point inspection on your system to make sure everything runs smoothly in the summer months ahead. To schedule a preventative maintenance or to have your system checked, give us a call 760-683-5683. #summer is fast approaching #San Diego #HVAC #Maintenance #Prevent.
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Wednesday, June 3, 2015
Welcome June!
As the summer months approach us, we are making sure that we are stocked and ready to respond to emergency HVAC service calls. We do want to remind you that a properly maintained system will run better in summer months. If you have any questions about having a preventative maintenance done on your home air conditioning system, please call us. A trained technician will answer your questions and make sure your filters are changed, and perform a 21 point inspection on your system to make sure everything runs smoothly in the summer months ahead. To schedule a preventative maintenance or to have your system checked, give us a call 760-683-5683. #summer is fast approaching #San Diego #HVAC #Maintenance #Prevent.
Saturday, February 14, 2015
Friday, February 13, 2015
Importance of Keeping your Air Conditioner properly Maintained
The number one reason to keep your AC system properly maintained is to save money on costly repairs. You can perform the following steps to make sure its maintained properly:
1. Regularly change or clean your air filter, this will diminish the amount of dust that circulates when you run your cooling system.
When these filters become clogged with dirt, the system must work harder to do its job. This wastes energy and can make utility bills rise. Depending on the amount of dust in the air, filters can become clogged in just a month or two of operation. Most residential systems have disposable filters. These should be checked every two months (once a month during peak use) and replaced when necessary.
2. Permanent filters should be cleaned in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Under no circumstances should you operate your system without filters. To do so could lead to a need for more frequent cleaning of the heat exchangers.
3.Keeping the condensing unit free of debris and blockage is vital to maintaining proper airflow and reducing system wear. Cut trees and bushes back around the unit if necessary. Do not set lawn clippings or other items on or near the condensing unit.
****** Springtime is often the best time to perform an Air
Conditioning Maintenance on your Unit*****
Prevent the following potential problems: Check the refrigerant levels. A low level indicates a leak, to be found and repaired before adding Freon. Having a leak in your system poses both an operational and environmental hazard.
Oftentimes compressors fail mainly as a result of low or no Freon.
Check all electrical controls and components. Controls may include contactors, relays, circuit boards, capacitors, sump heat and other accessories. All control box and electrical parts need to be checked for wear or damage. Faulty electrical components can cause your system to operate or run improperly.
Inspect evaporator coil, condensate drain pan and tubing. Clean as needed. Evaporator coils attract dirt, mold and other contaminates. A dirty coil can be unhealthy and operationally unsound. If fins are not cleaned and combed straight, airflow into unit can be blocked causing pressure build-up and unit shut-down.
Inspect fan motor and fan blades for wear and damage – on older models lubricate as needed. Fan blades could be bent causing unit to vibrate make excess noise or result in the motor overheating. If fan motor is dirty, it may run roughly or overheat.
Inspect compressor. Unusual sounds or short cycling may indicate future difficulties with the compressor. Inspect line sets and insulation.
Leaks in line set can cause system pressures to drop leading to improper cooling. Lack of insulation can cause condensation on line set or cause line set to freeze which can also alter system pressures.
Inspect and clean blower assembly (includes blower housing, blower wheel and motor) in furnace or air handler. The blower and motor bearings must be kept clean and lubricated to keep the motor from overheating and to keep noise and vibration to a minimum.
Calibrate thermostat. Your thermostat setting could be misreading the temperature in your home and causing your air conditioning to run unnecessarily. For every degree your thermostat cools your home below the desired temperature, energy bills rise by an average of 8 percent.
Check filter, located in furnace, air handler or attached ductwork. When filters become clogged with dirt, the system must work harder to do its job. This wastes energy and can make utility bills rise. It also can prevent proper removal of dirt and particles from the air, an important function of system to keep your environment healthy.
Coastal Refrigeration Heating and Air Conditioning offers an excellent maintenance program to ensure that your system runs smoothly and is properly maintained all year long. To find out more about our quarterly maintenance agreements or to inquire more about your options, you may contact us at 760-683-5683. We are currently offering a FREE diagnosis with any repair.
1. Regularly change or clean your air filter, this will diminish the amount of dust that circulates when you run your cooling system.
When these filters become clogged with dirt, the system must work harder to do its job. This wastes energy and can make utility bills rise. Depending on the amount of dust in the air, filters can become clogged in just a month or two of operation. Most residential systems have disposable filters. These should be checked every two months (once a month during peak use) and replaced when necessary.
2. Permanent filters should be cleaned in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Under no circumstances should you operate your system without filters. To do so could lead to a need for more frequent cleaning of the heat exchangers.
3.Keeping the condensing unit free of debris and blockage is vital to maintaining proper airflow and reducing system wear. Cut trees and bushes back around the unit if necessary. Do not set lawn clippings or other items on or near the condensing unit.
****** Springtime is often the best time to perform an Air
Conditioning Maintenance on your Unit*****
Prevent the following potential problems: Check the refrigerant levels. A low level indicates a leak, to be found and repaired before adding Freon. Having a leak in your system poses both an operational and environmental hazard.
Oftentimes compressors fail mainly as a result of low or no Freon.
Check all electrical controls and components. Controls may include contactors, relays, circuit boards, capacitors, sump heat and other accessories. All control box and electrical parts need to be checked for wear or damage. Faulty electrical components can cause your system to operate or run improperly.
Inspect evaporator coil, condensate drain pan and tubing. Clean as needed. Evaporator coils attract dirt, mold and other contaminates. A dirty coil can be unhealthy and operationally unsound. If fins are not cleaned and combed straight, airflow into unit can be blocked causing pressure build-up and unit shut-down.
Inspect fan motor and fan blades for wear and damage – on older models lubricate as needed. Fan blades could be bent causing unit to vibrate make excess noise or result in the motor overheating. If fan motor is dirty, it may run roughly or overheat.
Inspect compressor. Unusual sounds or short cycling may indicate future difficulties with the compressor. Inspect line sets and insulation.
Leaks in line set can cause system pressures to drop leading to improper cooling. Lack of insulation can cause condensation on line set or cause line set to freeze which can also alter system pressures.
Inspect and clean blower assembly (includes blower housing, blower wheel and motor) in furnace or air handler. The blower and motor bearings must be kept clean and lubricated to keep the motor from overheating and to keep noise and vibration to a minimum.
Calibrate thermostat. Your thermostat setting could be misreading the temperature in your home and causing your air conditioning to run unnecessarily. For every degree your thermostat cools your home below the desired temperature, energy bills rise by an average of 8 percent.
Check filter, located in furnace, air handler or attached ductwork. When filters become clogged with dirt, the system must work harder to do its job. This wastes energy and can make utility bills rise. It also can prevent proper removal of dirt and particles from the air, an important function of system to keep your environment healthy.
Coastal Refrigeration Heating and Air Conditioning offers an excellent maintenance program to ensure that your system runs smoothly and is properly maintained all year long. To find out more about our quarterly maintenance agreements or to inquire more about your options, you may contact us at 760-683-5683. We are currently offering a FREE diagnosis with any repair.
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