The East Coast of Australia experiences a typically humid, subtropical climate. Moving into the Summer Months, heat and humidity become more prevalent, meaning your air conditioning unit has its work cut out for it.
Humidity can turn your air conditioning system into the perfect environment for bacteria and mould. A build-up of pet hair, dust, smoke, and residue – if left unmaintained – can become a breeding ground for viruses and pathogens. According to the ‘’Healthy Building Systems, Australia” up to 50 % of illness is caused by poor indoor air quality.
Contracting a professional to handle your air conditioner cleaning in Newcastle and surrounds is beneficial not only for your health but also for the longevity of your air conditioning systems.
Below we will look at some routine DIY maintenance and cleaning you can handle yourself and the importance of professional maintenance and service cleaning.
General AirCon Maintenance
To ensure the optimized efficiency of your unit, especially in the warmer months, you can follow these guidelines.
After Every Use
An air conditioner works by removing heat and moisture from the air in order to cool it down – using the ‘dry out function after every use prevents the build-up of moisture that can result in mould and water damage related electrical faults.
Monthly Maintenance
Antibacterial spray should be sprayed onto all of your unit’s components.
Use a pipe cleaner to clean drop channels.
Wipe the unit down with a damp cloth to remove any dust or residue.
Check air filters and evaporator to ensure optimum airflow, be sure to keep a 1.5-metre space around the outside condenser – free of vegetation and debris.
Bi-Annual Maintenance
Just before the summer season and again once the warmer season is over are perfect times to give your Air Conditioning a check-up.
Clean and replace dust filters if necessary – remember to use correct filters specified to your make and model.
Professional AirCon Maintenance
Routine maintenance, inspection and service cleaning ensures your Air Conditioning system is running smoothly. Poor airflow puts strain on your AirCon and pushes up its electricity usage – regular maintenance can save you up to 30 % on your monthly power bill.
Professionals should perform all maintenance tasks to check refrigeration levels, inspect for leaks, fault finding, clean the delicate fins on the condenser and evaporator coils, and perform deep cleaning.
In coastal areas like Newcastle – an annual deep service clean can save you a lot of money on power bills and repairs. It also ensures improved air quality and health in your home or business.
Fresh AirCon Services is a professional full-service solution – we provide thorough air condition cleaning in New Castle and surrounds at affordable prices. Take a closer look at how our airconditioning services work and discover our 6-step “NO MESS NO FUSS” cleaning solution here.
Contact us on 1800 917 141 for an obligation free quote or make a booking online and let one of our friendly staff get back to you to confirm a convenient time.
