3 Tips for Making Your AC System Last Longer in New Bern, NC

Your air conditioner is responsible for keeping your New Bern, NC, home cool and comfortable when temperatures start climbing every spring and summer. As is the case with any type of home system, you’ll eventually need to replace your air conditioner, though. Utilizing these tips can help you delay the need for a replacement and make your AC system last longer:

Schedule Routine AC Maintenance

Typically, you should expect your air conditioner to last for around 15 years. However, the best way to get that sort of lifespan out of your air conditioner is to schedule routine maintenance every spring.

During a maintenance visit, one of our service technicians will inspect every part of your AC system, ensuring that all the parts have adequate lubrication and that you’re not on the verge of needing any major repairs. By maintaining your AC system every spring, you can add years to its lifespan to make it last longer.

Keep Clean Filters in Place

There aren’t a lot of maintenance tasks that you should try to tackle on your own. However, changing your filters regularly is something that doesn’t require professional assistance. Plan on replacing your filters at least once every three months, and plan on doing it more often than that if you have pets inside or deal with other indoor air quality issues.

Maintain Your Home’s Airflow

The vents around your home are responsible for delivering cool, refreshing air to every room in your house. Something as simple as putting a piece of furniture over one of those vents can result in your AC system undergoing excess strain. Make sure that there’s a clear area around your vents and that there’s nothing directly over them.

It’s also important to reach out to a professional as soon as you suspect something is wrong with your air conditioner. Call J & J Mechanical, Inc. today to find out more about how we can help you keep your air conditioner running for as long as possible.

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