If left unmaintained, coils will be unable to transfer heat effectively when covered with dirt & debris, causing all sorts of mounting problems such as your system overheating, compressor failing, and higher energy consumption.

For the coils to transfer heat effectively, the surfaces must be clean. The condenser coil is part of the outdoor unit and is always exposed to pollution, debris picked up by wind, and grass clippings from mowing, are all contributing factors that can hinder your condenser coil from performing at its optimal. If neglected, can slowly fill up with dirt, grime, trapping the heat inside; consequently, damaging the part. Even if your unit is located inside a mechanical room, they are constructed with louvers to provide outdoor air, still exposing your condenser coil to the elements.

For evaporator coils without proper cleaning, overtime it will be unable to effectively remove heat and humidity from the air in your space. While it may be a component situated indoors, it’s still exposed to dust in your building or home. If you don’t regularly replace your filters as recommended, it very easy for airborne particles to clog up the evaporator coil preventing it from cooling as effectively.

While we can all admit, we’re not always in a habit of looking at our air conditioning unit. If it’s situated at an accessible spot, locate and inspect the coil; it looks like a long tube shaped into a coil with metal fins on the outside. If you haven’t had the unit serviced in some time, it will be very apparent where you need to look; and remember in that very moment; this unit affects the air you breathe all day long!

Frequent Breakdowns:

Having the system to work harder and run longer really puts a strain on the system overtime causing parts to wear out, that can cause frequent instances of your system breaking down.

Shorter System Life:

The wear and tear of the system when not maintained shortens the expected life span, leaving you to have to replace it sooner than you intended to.

Higher Energy Bills:

When coils are not cleaned and dirt continues to build, your system has to work harder and longer to keep your space cool and uses more electricity to do so. Have Pro-West diminish those worries and schedule pre-arranged visits to keep your energy bills low and your space comfortable!