{"id":28945,"date":"2023-03-14T11:43:51","date_gmt":"2023-03-14T11:43:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.128plumbing.com\/?p=28945"},"modified":"2024-08-02T19:55:30","modified_gmt":"2024-08-02T19:55:30","slug":"air-conditioning-unit-servicing-greater-boston","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.128plumbing.com\/blog\/air-conditioning-unit-servicing-greater-boston\/","title":{"rendered":"How Often Should Air Conditioning Units be Serviced in Greater Boston?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to heating and cooling your home, maintenance and service matters. It\u2019s especially important when it comes to air conditioning systems, which need to be serviced regularly to operate reliably and at peak efficiency.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At 128 Plumbing, air conditioning service is a major part of what we do. Our major focus is on central air conditioning units for your entire home, but we\u2019re also experts on servicing individual units as well.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s what you need to know about how frequently to service these units, and what\u2019s involved when you do.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-29561\" src=\"https:\/\/www.128plumbing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Frank-and-Mack-working-on-home-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"128 team working on house. Mass Save Check.\" width=\"792\" height=\"528\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.128plumbing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Frank-and-Mack-working-on-home-scaled.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.128plumbing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Frank-and-Mack-working-on-home-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.128plumbing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Frank-and-Mack-working-on-home-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.128plumbing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Frank-and-Mack-working-on-home-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.128plumbing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Frank-and-Mack-working-on-home-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.128plumbing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Frank-and-Mack-working-on-home-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 792px) 100vw, 792px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2>Air Conditioning Maintenance in Greater Boston<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So what\u2019s the simple answer to the air conditioning service question? For most cooling and ac systems, you should get a tune up at least once every year.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But there\u2019s more involved in servicing these units. It\u2019s important to know when to schedule your air conditioning system for service, and usually the best time is in the spring.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are several reasons for this. You can run your system effectively in the spring without having to worry about issues associated with cold weather, and a spring service tune up preps your system right before you\u2019ll be using it most.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many companies offer discounts on spring service, knowing their demand will be higher when summer starts, so make sure you check out what companies like 128 Plumbing are offering.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>How HVAC Service Works for Air Conditioning?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your air conditioning system is in decent shape and you\u2019ve been servicing it regularly, a typical service appointment will take 1-2 hours.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That amount of time may go up if your air conditioning unit hasn\u2019t been serviced in a while, or if it\u2019s older and in rough shape.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong>Cost\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most people want to know how much a typical air conditioning service will cost. The answer is between $100 and $200 for a normal unit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One way to reduce or mitigate this cost is to get on an HVAC maintenance plan. We offer these at 128 Plumbing, and they can save you a lot of money.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll get the lowest possible price for regular maintenance, and we\u2019ll be able to spot potential repairs in advance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong>Air conditioner efficiency assessment<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you get your air conditioning system serviced, it\u2019s important to evaluate the energy efficiency of the unit.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Air conditioning technology has advanced significantly in the last few years, so it may be time for an upgrade that will save you a significant amount of money.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An energy assessment from 128 Plumbing will help you make the call about this, so make sure you factor us into your plans.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>The Service Process and Typical Air Conditioning Repair<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are having problems with your air conditioning system and repairs are required, here are some of the most common issues that need to be fixed:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Filter issues: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While some air conditioner repairs can be expensive, cleaning the filters is a quick, inexpensive fix for some air conditioners.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Thermostat problems:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Is your thermostat operating properly when you set it? It should activate your air conditioner quickly and efficiently when you set it for a cooler temperature, but if that\u2019s not happening there may be a different problem involved.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Breakers and Fuses: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are often the first things an HVAC tech will check during a service appointment, as they keep the motor or compressor from overheating.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Coolant leaks:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The coolant level is also one of the first things an HVAC tech will check. If it\u2019s leaking you\u2019ll have issues, and spotting the source of a leak or a potential leak in advance can be the key to saving hundreds of dollars in repair costs.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Compressor operation: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The compressor drives your air conditioning system. It applies energy to the coolant, and it\u2019s important to have it operating at peak efficiency. If it\u2019s not, getting the repair done right is essential.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Evaporator and condenser coils:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> These coils can become corroded or dirty, so you need to have them checked and cleaned annually. Some require less frequent maintenance\u2014think once every three years\u2014but it\u2019s important to at least have them checked as part of a service call.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Drainage check:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Air conditioning systems release water as part of their normal operation, and that water has to be draining properly. Leaks need to be fixed to make sure that water is going where it\u2019s supposed to end up.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Capacitors, contacts and ancillary parts:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Part of a thorough air conditioning service call includes checking these parts to make sure they\u2019re operating properly as part of your air conditioning system.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They may not seem as important as your compressor or the refrigerant, but if they\u2019re not working right, neither will your air conditioning system.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Make Sure Your Air Conditioning is Energy Efficient<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having a highly efficient air conditioning system can save you a lot of money. The efficiency of your air conditioner is expressed as a percentage, and it should be at least 90 percent.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Air conditioning systems tend to lose overall efficiency at a rate of about 5 percent a year, so part of what\u2019s involved in a maintenance call will be an assessment of whether you need an upgrade.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may also be able to operate your air conditioning unit using a heat pump, which can save you a lot of money.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong>Service for a Stand-Alone Air Conditioner<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re using a stand-alone air conditioner to help cool your home, many of the service procedures are similar or identical. You need to have the filters cleaned, drain the water, use possible deodorizing options, and so on. You also need to do storage as part of your maintenance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We can do these for you at 128 Plumbing, even though we tend to focus on full-home units. When we do this, we can also assess your home to see if you\u2019re a good candidate for a full-home air conditioning system.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Get Great HVAC Service and Repair in the Greater Boston Area<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Evaluating your HVAC system can be confusing when you try and size up all the things you need to have done, but at 128 Plumbing we have years of experience handling AC repair and service.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We can also do a home energy assessment that will help you understand your situation, and we can also make appropriate recommendations about your AC system.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The process starts with a phone call. The numbers are\u00a0 <em>(888) 419-4233<\/em> or <em>(781) 670-3261<\/em>. We\u2019ll answer your questions and guide you through the process, and we can also schedule you for a home evaluation to size up your AC system, then give you an idea of what needs to be done.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Contact 128 Plumbing Today!<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To get even more information, fill out one of our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.128plumbing.com\/contact-us\/\">contact<\/a> forms or<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> start a live chat. We have some great blogs and articles there to help educate you about air conditioning service and repair and tell you everything you need to know.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to heating and cooling your home, maintenance and service matters. 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