Air Conditioning Service

Maintenance Repairs Replacement

maintenance and calibration of an AC compressor by Howie of Howards Heating and Cooling When it comes to residential air conditioning systems the best advice you would get from HVAC professionals is change filters often in season and perform annual maintenance of AC equipment.

There are numerous benefits from annual inspection and maintenance not the least of which is peace of mind. In mid or late May here in Salem and the Merrimack Valley heat and humidity will arrive and if you’ve recently had an annual AC tuneup there will be no need to worry that your AC system won’t run. Your AC system will not only run but following an AC tuneup it will run efficiently.

Avoid costly AC repairs
Prevent AC failure which often happens at the worst time
Improve indoor air quality
Maintain AC system at peak efficiency-save energy

Regular maintenance of AC system components will keep them working at peak efficiency, extend their lifespan, and provide household members comfort during the hottest months along with healthy indoor air quality.

Regular maintenance involves inspection and service of the motor, blower, coils, return and supply lines, drain line, operating temperature and pressure, refrigerant levels, and connections.

AC System Troubleshooting

AC systems that have not had regular maintenance may experience problems on start up. Simple troubleshooting by homeowners begins with the thermostat. Are the batteries still good? Is it set to cooling mode at the desired temperature? If the thermostat seems fine check the circuit breaker.

Dirty air filters block or reduce airflow in AC systems. Clogged air filters and/or dirt and debris in evaporator coils or condensers put a strain on the condenser which may overheat. If this happens the best case scenario is that the compressor automatically shuts down before permanent damage occurs.

If the thermostat or air filters are determined to be fine and not the cause of AC problems it’s time to call an HVAC Pro. Experienced technicians know how to diagnose and repair AC units ranging from simple electrical problems up to replacement, if necessary.

Or dial Howie directly

603-247-0137

Salem, NH area homeowners would do well to consider Howards Heating and Cooling. We offer prompt reliable service throughout the Merrimack Valley including Methuen, Andover, North Andover, and Haverhill in Massachusetts as well as Pelham, Windham, Derry, and Londonderry in New Hampshire. Many other towns as well.

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Schedule AC Maintenance in Spring

For optimum season long efficiency of AC equipment it’s best to perform regular maintenance in spring. Dirt, dust, and debris tend to accumulate in AC systems during fall and winter which adversely affect the performance of AC system components.

There is also the fact that HVAC contractors while busy year round typically have more availability in spring for AC tuneups.

Also regarding the availability of HVAC contractors for those households that have not had an AC tune up and discover during the first heat wave that the AC is inadequate or not working. Many other households in the area will be in the same predicament. It may be hard to get prompt service.

Consider Supplemental AC

There are many reasons homeowners in the Merrimack Valley would want to add supplemental AC. In the context of system maintenance it would be a good idea if your home’s AC system was originally sized based on living space that has been expanded over the years.

Adding living space to a home while not upgrading the AC system is asking the AC equipment to work harder. It will be less efficient and wear out sooner.

Ductless mini split systems are the perfect solution when adding living space to a home. They give you precise heating and cooling tailored to the comfort preferences of a rooms occupants and they offer cost advantages, air quality benefits, and capabilities not found in ducted systems.

Call or contact Howards Heating and Cooling for details on ductless AC in your home.

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