Air conditioning repairs are sometimes unavoidable, but cleaning your system regularly can prolong its life and keep it running at maximum efficiency. The heating and cooling contractors from Kool-Wave Air Conditioning & Heating in Lake Havasu City, AZ, have a few insider tips on how to clean your central air system, which they’ve shared below.

Here are some need-to-know tips for cleaning your cooling system to keep air conditioning repairs to a minimum:

• Replace or Clean the Filter: If your air conditioner has disposable filters, make sure you’re replacing them at least twice per year or as often as your HVAC contractors recommend. If you have a reusable filter, follow the manufacturer’s guidelines in terms of how often you should clean it and which process or solutions can be used in the cleaning process. 
• Clear the Condenser Unit: The condenser unit (located outside your home) should be free of debris so it works properly. Before you begin to clean it, make sure you’ve shut off the power at the main panel and the disconnect box near the unit. Trim any overgrown brush surrounding the condenser, and clean the blower’s fan blades by removing the access panels with a screwdriver. Be careful to avoid any wires while doing so.
• Clean the Coils: The coils in the condenser unit can accumulate a significant amount of dirt and other buildup, which could prevent your system from running well. To clean the coils, use a soft brush to loosen the particles, then vacuum them up gently using an attachment. Follow this process for both the outside and inside of the unit.

If your cooling system doesn’t seem to be running correctly even after you’ve performed a thorough cleaning, don’t hesitate to call Kool-Wave Air Conditioning & Heating at (928) 855-5665 for prompt and reliable air conditioning repairs. You can also visit the company online for more information about their services.