Is AC Maintenance Worth It?
Have you ever left an AC unit maintenance service wondering if you’ve gotten the most out of it? Even if you haven’t, there’s no reason your next service check shouldn’t be worth every cent. A good way to maximize the benefits of these visits is by knowing what questions to ask.
Acme Air Conditioning & Heating’s service technicians might be professionals, but our first duty is to you! If you’re stumped about what questions you might want prepared for our team members, don’t worry — we know all the good ones. Good questions are the key to good answers, and that’s how you can make your next AC maintenance visit the most productive one yet.
What Should I Ask During My AC Service Check?
A quality air conditioning maintenance service can do wonders for your HVAC system. Good communication is the easiest way to make sure your Longview maintenance visit is as worthwhile as possible.
Gaining a better understanding of your AC system isn’t the only advantage you can profit from. Asking the best questions to your service technician will improve the chances of your AC system getting the care it deserves, thus preventing any unneeded stress.
1. What’s Included In My AC Maintenance Visit?
The first question to ask is how your service technician will actually be helping you — ideally you’ll ask this before the service happens! Typical visits will involve all manner of testing, reviewing and cleaning to make sure your AC system is in proper condition.
Acme Air Conditioning & Heating provides a comprehensive inspection with our services, boosting your system’s health and catching any issues that might be present. But don’t be afraid to ask your technician more about what’s involved, especially if you already have specific concerns. Remember that our technicians are here to help!
2. What Temperature Is Right For My Thermostat?
Most homes with more than one occupant know this question — everyone has their own opinion! If you want to know what temperature range for your thermostat will save you the most money while still prioritizing comfort, you can ask your service technician.
While tweaking the thermostat is most common in the colder months, your technician can still help you determine how to lower costs year-round. Sometimes alternative methods of airflow are all your home needs. Best of all, you can finally settle the thermostat argument with a professional’s input!
3. How Can I Save On My Energy Bill?
Everyone wants to get more for less, and luckily for you, our technicians can help steer your home towards a more energy-efficient lifestyle. Depending on the state of your home, there are plenty of ways you could make changes to save on costs.
Aside from tackling leaks and regular cleaning, our experts can also help you improve insulation, find energy-smart upgrades and more. Acme AC’s technicians have seen it all, so we know just what’s needed to lower those energy bills!
4. How Can I Improve My Indoor Air Quality?
If you’re wary of allergies in your household, or if you’ve noticed a lot of dust or mold inside, you might be concerned for your home’s indoor air quality (IAQ). Improving IAQ is a boon for both your comfort and health, so asking how you can stay on top of it at home can only help you!
There are air purifiers, filters and other tools that can make your home a lot more breathable. The first step is reaching out to your service technician, and from there we can provide recommendations for improving IAQ.
5. What Do These Ratings Mean?
AC systems are complex enough without all the ratings and symbols they can have attached to them. As one example, you might have come across the term SEER (seasonal energy efficiency ratio).
To get a straight answer about how this rating affects your home, ask your technician directly! We’ll explain things in understandable terms and help you learn about your system’s performance.
6. How Often Should I Receive Maintenance Visits?
AC unit maintenance is all about consistency — start putting it off and you’ll notice problems sooner than you’d think. After your next service visit, consider asking your technician when your next visit should be and how often you should schedule them.
As a general rule, HVAC systems benefit from at least one yearly maintenance visit. Older systems might require more frequent maintenance. If you want to know what schedule is right for your unit, ask your service technician!
Schedule Your Next Longview AC Service
Who better to ask AC maintenance questions of than a trusted HVAC professional? The team at Acme Air Conditioning & Heating holds ourselves to the highest standards, so you can rest assured that your unit will be taken care of by the best people available. Reach out to Acme AC today!
