A functioning A/C system is a necessity when you live in a tropical climate like Honolulu. It helps you work throughout the day and breath easily at night, but even the latest models can cost you thousands in energy bills if they aren't working efficiently. To keep yours running smoothly throughout the year, it's important to perform regular maintenance and keep up on repairs. Here to explain the basics is Hawaii's leading HVAC company, Advanced A/C Contracting.

• Change Your Filters: Every air conditioning system has filters, which benefit your indoor air quality and keep your system working efficiently—if they are changed monthly. In dusty environments, or homes with pets, they may require even more frequent changing. A clogged filter can't properly let air into the evaporator coils, and if left long enough, will cease to be able to impede dirt and debris from collecting on them. This will compromise the effectiveness of your unit.
• Clean Your Coils: While your filter is meant to protect your evaporator coils, they will still get dirty from time to time. Take a look at your coils every so often and give them a dusting.
• Keep The Condensate Drain Clear: Using a specialized condensate pan cleaner or homemade solution, you can keep this drain clear so that your A/C unit can continue pulling moisture out of the air. For bad clogs, call in a professional from Advanced A/C Contracting.

  

• Schedule An Annual Tune-Up: All A/C systems, including central air, should receive an annual tune-up to keep your efficiency rating high and your risk for system failures low. Advanced A/C Contracting staffs certified Mitsubishi A/C contractors, but they will work with all makes and models to spot signs of damage before they get worse.

Proper A/C maintenance requires a combination of vigilance on your part, as well as expert help. If you're experiencing any HVAC issues or want to schedule a tune-up, give Advanced A/C Contracting in Honolulu a call at (808) 847-4814 for your free estimate, or contact their sister business, Air Conditioning Essential Services, at (808) 829-3430.