Many maintenance issues that arise from air conditioners are the result of neglecting to address minor issues as they pop up. Unfortunately, homeowners can sometimes find this out the hard way. For example, if air filters aren’t being replaced appropriately, evaporator coils are left to corrode, or faulty wires remain exposed, these can all lead to major consequences. Furthermore, failing to resolve any or all of these problems can lead to costly repairs. Also, it can lead to having to replace your air conditioning unit.
When you schedule air conditioner maintenance, a technician can diagnose these minor issues before they snowball. If you forget to replace your air filter monthly, particulates can clog up different parts of your air conditioner. In some cases, you only need to clean the parts to resolve the issue. Other cases, however, call for parts replacement to repair the air conditioner.
Eroding evaporator coils can lead to even more serious concerns. These coils contain a gas called Freon, which is a refrigerant. If an evaporator coil erodes enough, it can cause the Freon to leak. This issue can cause the evaporator coils to freeze, rendering your air conditioner ineffective. In the hot, Hawaiian heat, this often leads to an emergency service call.