Summer is upon us, which means it’s time to turn on the air conditioner. But before you start working your trusty A/C double time during the hot days, make sure you’ve given it the right care and maintenance to run smoothly. With the help of Risch Heating & Air Conditioning, residents of West Salem, WI, and surrounding areas are able to stay cool through their top-notch geothermal and air conditioning services. Regular check-ups and necessary repairs by the reliable air conditioning contractors at Risch Heating & Air Conditioning can help extend the lifespan of your A/C and save you money on energy bills.

Let’s take a look at these helpful tips for keeping your air conditioner functioning smoothly all year round: 

• Clean/Replace Filter: If you have a reusable filter, cleaning it at least once a month is one of the main air conditioning maintenance chores you must do. On the other hand, disposable A/C filters must be replaced at least twice a year, once before the warm season begins and another time before the colder months approach.
• Inspect Wiring: Remember to turn off the power to the air conditioning unit before checking its wiring and components. Check for signs of overheating by removing the access panel on the A/C’s condensing unit. If you detect burnt-looking wires and melted insulation, you might want to contact an air conditioning specialist to fix it.
• Wash Outside Unit: Again, make sure you turn off the power to the A/C before following this tip. Using a regular garden hose, gently wash out any dirt and debris that the outside unit may have, but do not use a power washer as the pressure might damage its coils or fins. Trim any leaves or branches around the unit, which may be obstructing air flow to and from the air conditioning unit.

It’s not too late to get your air conditioner to start functioning smoothly again. Call the specialists of Risch Heating & Air Conditioning to conduct regular maintenance on your unit at affordable rates. You may reach them at (608) 786-2676, or visit the website, which also contains a complete list of the services available.