Maintain your system properly
At least 40% of surveyed contractors said that service calls were primarily the result of improper maintenance.
Look for an experienced contractor
One-fifth of the contractors surveyed said the primary reason for their service calls were improper applications or incorrect installations.
Beware of replacing only one of the two main components if shopping for a replacement system
Replacing only the indoor or the outdoor unit of a system may result in a mismatch that compromises efficiency. Contractors also said these systems are more repair-prone than systems where the two units have been bought and installed together.
Choose the right-sized air conditioning system
If it is too small, then it won't cool properly. If it is too large, then it won't dehumidify properly.
Maintain your system properly
At least 40% of surveyed contractors said that service calls were primarily the result of improper maintenance.
Look for an experienced contractor
One-fifth of the contractors surveyed said the primary reason for their service calls were improper applications or incorrect installations.
Beware of replacing only one of the two main components if shopping for a replacement system
Replacing only the indoor or the outdoor unit of a system may result in a mismatch that compromises efficiency. Contractors also said these systems are more repair-prone than systems where the two units have been bought and installed together.
Choose the right-sized air conditioning system
If it is too small, then it won't cool properly. If it is too large, then it won't dehumidify properly.