One easy way to keep your AC system running efficiently is to make sure that the condensation drain line is always clear. Clogged condensation lines can result in the drain pan filling up, which will trigger a float switch to shut off the unit. If the unit shuts off, things will heat up quickly inside your rental house, leaving your tenants hot and unhappy. All together, emergency service calls during peak season are neither easy to get nor cheap, and you may end up paying for an expensive service call that could have been prevented with simple maintenance.
Clearing an AC unit’s drain line is a simple matter of pouring ½ cup of bleach in the line a few times a year. By doing this simple maintenance task, you can avoid those heatwave emergencies and keep your Pleasanton rental property’s AC equipment running smoothly all through the hottest parts of the year.
There are other basic maintenance tasks that can help you avoid an AC shut down at the worst possible time. Clearing debris away from your unit can ensure functioning efficiently and prevent overheating. Similarly, be sure to clean the blower fan and condenser coils at least once a year, and make sure that the filters are changed frequently. These tasks are small and easily overlooked, but they can lead to big problems and expensive repairs down the road if neglected.
When annual and seasonal maintenance isn’t being done, your chances of a total shutdown greatly increase. If you don’t have time to perform regular maintenance yourself, you can always have a professional HVAC technician do it for you. Most HVAC experts will also inspect your unit and the major components, from the fan motor to the compressor, for signs of problems. They can alert you if anything seems likely to fail with heavy operation and give you a chance to fix the problem before the heat arrives.
Of course, remembering to schedule regular HVAC service can be difficult sometimes, particularly because it is usually only needed once or twice a year. The better solution for busy rental property owners may be to outsource property maintenance to professionals who will ensure that important annual maintenance is getting done. If you would like to know more about how to save time while ensuring that your rental property’s HVAC system is ready for hot weather, contact us online or give us a call at 925-495-4953 today.