Cleaning your air conditioner will help the unit to work better and flow clean air for a longer period of time! Have a read to see everything about why cleaning your AC is essential!
Let’s face it, almost no one likes to clean. Yes, you can confess it because I am guilty too of this!
However, when air conditioner cleaning is overlooked and underestimated, we might actually be losing money! Or making ourselves sick! No, I am not exaggerating – aircon cleaning have many benefits for your precious and expensive unit or units and also for your health!
Firstly, it is relativity straightforward that any technological device that we have, should be maintained clean and as much immaculate as possible, so that it can work at its best. No one likes to have a device that is full of dust, contaminants, insects, or any other type of pollutants, right? The truth is that when dirt and debris accumulate in your AC unit, the unit will need to work harder to cool or heat your home. By working harder, energy bills will definitely be higher and because the unit is working harder, its efficiently will decline faster and its lifespan will likely be shortened.
At our company Evidiair we teach all our customers why air conditioner cleaning is so important and show examples of different clients that invested in regular proper cleaning versus the ones that didn’t as they thought it would just be an extra expense. By having your air conditioner cleaned regularly, you will be able to have a unit, functioning at full capacity for longer and improved your indoor air quality, translating simultaneously in lower energy bills.
Secondly, but not less importantly, cleaning your air conditioner means that you are also looking after your health! While your AC unit runs, it naturally accumulates a variety of particles that come from dust, dirt, mold, … If these contaminants are not removed on a regular basis, they can end up circulating around your house, which can lead to a variety of health issues.
While you may think that some can be quite mild (like a simple sneeze!), others can be quite significant creating long-standing allergic and skin reactions as well as causing or aggravating respiratory problems (such as asthma and severe lung infections)!
When you have your air conditioner cleaned regularly, the quality of the air circulating throughout the house will improve and reduce exponentially the risk of these health issues.
So, let’s say that you are convinced. Now, I know what you are thinking, how often should I then have my air conditioner cleaned? Well, of course that each case is a case but general rule, we say to our clients that they should have their AC unit cleaned at least once a year, preferable before the start of the hot summer months, as people use AC units more for cooling than heating and therefore, the unit will be working harder and more frequently.
Of course that if you live near a beach and keep your windows open then the unit will certainly need much more regular cleaning than one that is in an apartment with windows closed most of the time! Or if you have pets, it’s also a good idea to clean the unit more frequently and even every 3 months (if you have a dog or a cat, you know how unbelievably those hairs get everywhere right?). If you also have someone at home with allergies or respiratory problems, it is also a good idea to be more preventative and have it cleaned more often.
The next big thing to decide is what an air conditioning cleaning service you are going to choose (us, of course!). Seriously, jokes aside, I cannot highlight enough how important it is do your research and choose a reputable qualified company with professionals that are certified in all types of cleaning and will providing high-quality air conditioner cleaning services! If you have read some of our other blog articles, you would know that our technicians are chosen very carefully and that we also keep their training ongoing and up to the latest standards so that we can provide the best costumer care.
We use different methods and techniques as each unit is a unit! A general clean will always include steps such as:
Brushing – to effectively remove any visible dirt and debris and hygienically scrub the surface of the unit.
Washing – using both a cleaning solution with or without some specific appropriate chemicals to remove the dirt and contaminants, as well as water to rinse afterwards.
Sanitizing – so that a disinfectant or antimicrobial solution can successfully kill bacteria and germs on the surface of an AC unit.
Besides using the top ingredients and tools, we make sure that we are as much environmentally friendly as possible and that we properly dispose any residue in a safe way to the planet and environment.
In addition to these methods above, it is essential not to forget to clean the air filters of the AC unit, also on a regular basis, on even replace them! Yes, cleaning the outside or even some of the inside parts is just half of it, air filters play a crucial role in the efficiency of your AC unit! Their role is to try to remove as many contaminants as possible from the air before it is circulated throughout the home, so obviously if they are clogged with dirt and debris, the air quality won’t be the best and again, the AC unit won’t perform at its best.
In summary, I think that I have made a point about why we should look after our air conditioning units, am I right? Don't neglect the importance of air conditioner cleaning – your health and wallet will thank you! And if you still are not convinced about the importance of air conditioner cleaning, then give us a call and we can run you through all the details and aspects of it!