Air Conditioning: Things You Need a Contractor For

When it comes to air conditioners, there are a lot of things you can do with nothing but a search engine, some ingenuity and your local hardware store. However, there are still things that you will need outside help with; things that are utterly beyond even the most determined Googler and expert DIY aficionado. The biggest one of all is air conditioning repair and maintenance which is one of those things that can be both expensive and dangerous to try to do yourself. Attempting to repair your AC unit without professional help can result in both a more expensive repair and exposure to deadly chemicals (which also could mean a hospital visit and paying even more money as a result).

If it is necessary to call a professional in to perform maintenance on your AC, you want to make sure it is done safely and accurately. This should include the following:

-Removing internal debris from your AC unit
-Cleaning away mold and other types of growth
-Replacing the filter
-Wiping down pans, water collections as well as the various fins, motors and coils

Now, this might sound quite straightforward and there are certainly some things on that list (such as changing the filter) which are within the abilities of your average air conditioner owner and don't necessarily require a pro to get done safely. However, the problem is that many owners tend to clean rather roughly and unintentionally damage their AC unit while they're trying to clean it. Also, many of the parts have quite the build-up of dirt and other kinds of residue by the time they get cleaned so many owners simply do not know how much force to use and go all-out which can result in long-term damage to the parts in question.

The benefit to hiring a professional to do this work is that they know exactly what the right amount of force needed to clean the various parts is. They are also in the right position to keep an eye out for unforeseen problems you may have overlooked which crop up during the cleaning process, therefore allowing you to see to those problems as they are discovered rather than you having to call them back because you cleaned your motor to vigorously and your AC unit is now making a strange noise and only putting out half the air it used to or something like that. Give us a call today!

7 Tips to Find a Good Contractor for Air Conditioning Installation

Many people postpone their air conditioning installation. After all, it's a big job and likely to take a few days to get done. Plus, you want to make sure that it gets done right the first time around. So it's important to find a good air conditioning contractor i.e., someone who will not overcharge you and will do a good job. You don't want your air conditioning breaking down a few months after you've installed it. Here are some things you can look for in a good air conditioning contractor:

• 1. They'll Give You an Estimate: No good air conditioning contractor is going to start working without giving you an estimate of how much things are going to cost.
• 2. They're Detail-Oriented: They'll make sure that they understand the specs of your house—its square footage, the height of the ceilings and the amount of usage that can be expected—before starting work.
• 3. They're Efficient: A good air conditioning contractor isn't going to start the work one day, then leave it pending for several days. They understand that you need to live in the house. So they'll focus on your job for as long as it takes and get it done before moving on to another job.
• 4. They're Reasonably-Priced: A good air conditioning contractor isn't going to charge you the moon for a small job. On the other hand, they're not going to undercharge you and do the job badly either.
• 5. They're Pleasant to Work With: They're professional and courteous. They have answers to all your questions. And they're punctual too.
• 6. They'll Be Available for Repairs and AC Service: After all, getting an AC system is not just about installation. It's also about maintenance.
• 7. They Understand Your Needs: Air conditioning doesn't work on a one-size-fits-all basis. Each house is different and each customer's needs are different. Your air conditioning contractor will understand that.

Contact our team at New England Cooling Towers, Inc. a call today to schedule a maintenance check, installation, repair, or anything else you need. We’re here to help!