As summer has now drawn to a close and the temperature has begun to drop, anyone in the UK who owns a domestic or commercial property could be wondering how important their air conditioning systems continue to be. One common question that our experienced team of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) engineers hear from our clients is whether they need to change their maintenance routines for the units that manage their air quality.
If you’re wondering the same thing, read this blog post from the Accurate Mechanical Services team to discover what you need to know as we continue to transition into the colder months.
Advice on Covering Your Air Conditioning
It’s well known amongst experienced property maintenance services that spring is a crucial time of year to complete HVAC services, including maintenance. This is because it’s absolutely vital for any air conditioning or ventilation system to work correctly before the summer to keep buildings cool. However, this isn’t the only time of the year when air conditioning services are required, as steps need to be taken to keep HVAC systems functional all year round.
The temperature changes that occur every autumn, along with the falling leaves and other environmental changes during this season, can cause severe damage to air conditioning systems. To stop this from happening, you should use an air conditioning cover to protect the external pipes during the autumn to avoid any blockages caused by falling debris. If this step isn’t taken, you may have to deal with a build-up of moisture that would eventually lead to corrosion.
How To Ensure Your Air Conditioning Lasts Longer
HVAC systems can last for a very long time if used and maintained correctly. There are many steps that you can take to increase the potential lifespan of your air conditioning unit, which includes the following:
- Take the air conditioning cover off after autumn – As important as it is to cover your air conditioning systems during the autumn, they’re built to withstand the moisture and changing weather that comes during winter and the warmer months. Therefore, to protect the longevity of your air conditioning systems, it’s important not to leave them covered during the rest of the year. Doing so will lead to the moisture existing in the air getting trapped within the unit, creating mould and dramatically reducing the lifespan of your air conditioning system.
- Only cover the top of your air conditioning unit – Covering more than just the top of your air conditioning system will result in similar issues to the point above, with the moisture in the air unable to escape and leading to rust and corrosion. If you decide to create your own air conditioning cover, make sure that it only goes about 15cm down the side of the unit.
Repeat Repairs and Replacements
The best way to ensure that you’re following the correct processes to keep all of your HVAC systems working efficiently for years to come is to request regular maintenance for your property. Accurate Mechanical Services provide various services designed to do just that, including an air conditioning repair service and a variety of PPM services.
PPM stands for planned preventative maintenance. As a PPM customer, you can rest assured that our experienced team of engineers will regularly maintain your air conditioning equipment and spot any potential issues before they lead to further damage and higher repair costs. If any parts are damaged, Accurate Mechanical Services can supply quality replacement parts for a reasonable price. We can also complete a PPM audit that will help to assess the rolling maintenance that you receive and ensure that your HVAC units are always looked after correctly.
Doing this reduces the necessity to cover your air conditioning systems and the time that any blockages could exist, meaning that you don’t have to worry about any corrosion taking place.
Service Contracts
If you own a commercial building, the best way to maintain an air conditioning system is to request a service contract from Accurate Mechanical Services. As your air conditioning system is likely to be working during your entire working day, it’s liable to break down more often, which could significantly affect your team’s productivity. Therefore, a regularly maintained system can help your business continue to succeed, and our team of HVAC engineers are here to help.
Request Air Conditioning Services Today
Accurate Mechanical Services have more than 15 years of experience providing air conditioning assistance to homeowners and businesses and have a range of accreditations and professional certificates to highlight the quality of our work. If you want help to keep your unit blockage free and running efficiently this autumn, get in contact to speak to a member of our team about our maintenance and contracting services.