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 appealing, trying to tune up your own air conditioner provides the potential for bigger expenses and errors. Your air conditioner is more complex than it may appear. Even if you aren’t a handyman, you might be thinking about postponing your yearly appointment to avoid the extra cost. That could also lead to more expensive results. You may not have experienced any issues over the recent months, but that doesn’t mean it will continue that way forever.

Whether you’re thinking of doing maintenance yourself or skipping it altogether, take a look at some of the benefits with selecting a qualified technician to take a look at your system:

  • Technicians have the appropriate training: While you can learn a lot about your home’s system through your owner’s guide and the internet, it’s not going to have the same impact as the education a professional gets from certified institutions. Once they’ve completed their training and education, our technicians at Van Haaften Plumbing & Heating are experts in everything related to heating and air conditioning. It’s going to save time by doing it right the first time 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. As part of the maintenance, they are also on the lookout for any signs of a more serious problem.
  • Tune-ups can save you money in the long run: A professional will have an easier time looking for any potential issues. Continuing to run your air conditioner could cause serious damage that ends with expensive repairs or even replacement. The professionals at Van Haaften Plumbing & Heating can acknowledge issues before they become too serious—eliminating extra costs to you. In addition, maintenance on your system helps it run more efficiently, saving you even more.

It’s not too late to schedule your routine maintenance. Van Haaften Plumbing & Heating is here to help ensure your air conditioner is running as it should. Give us a call at 641-628-3621 to arrange an appointment with us. We’ll make sure your home stays comfortable all through the warmer months.