If the thought of servicing your air conditioner by yourself has come up, it’s not as uncommon as you might think. While it’s attractive, trying to tune up your own air conditioner provides the potential for bigger expenses and errors. Your HVAC system is more complicated than you might think. Even if you don’t know the first thing about air conditioners, you might be thinking about postponing your yearly appointment to avoid the extra cost. That could also lead to more expensive results. Sure, your unit worked perfectly last year, but things change.

Whether you’re considering doing maintenance yourself or skipping it altogether, here are some of the reasons it’s wise to hire an experienced professional to do the maintenance:

  • Technicians have the necessary training: While you can learn a lot about your home’s system through your owner’s guide and the internet, you probably can’t beat the education an expert gets from certified institutions. After going through their training, our technicians at GLR Mechanical are experts in everything related to heating and air conditioning. It’s much easier to trust their work now rather than having to face other challenges down the road.
  • Technician tune-ups are more in-depth: A qualified technician will understand everything that needs to be addressed during a routine maintenance appointment. They’ll check your thermostat settings, refrigerant level, electrical and moving components and your system controls. They are also able to recognize any symptoms of potential issues.
  • You can see cost-savings after a professional tune-up: A professional will have an easier time looking for any potential issues. Continuing to run your unit could cause serious damage that means you’ll need a costly repair or replacement down the road. The professionals at GLR Mechanical can acknowledge issues before they become too serious—reducing your expenses. Proper maintenance keeps your system running efficiently and helps keep those utility bills lower.

There’s still time to schedule your annual maintenance appointment. GLR Mechanical is here to make sure your equipment continues to work as efficiently as possible. Give us a call at 570-309-0403 to book an appointment with us. We’ll make sure your home stays comfortable all through the warmer months.