AC Maintenance In Edmonton, Sherwood Park, & St. Albert | First Call Heating & Air Conditioning

We Provide Air Conditioner Maintenance To Residents In Edmonton, Sherwood Park, & St. Albert

Did you know that annual air conditioner maintenance will save you money? Regular air conditioner maintenance services will help you avoid costly, and sometimes unexpected breakdowns in the future. We want to help you avoid an expensive repair or breakdown of your air conditioning system when the summer heat is at its highest.

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Benefits Of Regular AC Maintenance

Here are a few reasons why you should invest in regular air conditioner maintenance:

Air conditioners work better and are shown to have a longer lifespan with regular annual maintenance.
A properly-tuned air conditioner uses less energy, decreasing your energy bills.
Complete a thorough annual maintenance check to find minor issues and repair them before they turn into a major expense and headache.
Our qualified technicians will make sure you stay cool all summer long.

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Our Air Conditioner Maintenance Checklist

Your air conditioning maintenance service will include our experienced technician running through your system with a full checklist. A few of the steps we take include:

Checking the refrigerant and pressure levels. Too much or too little pressure can have a negative impact on your air conditioning system.
Lubricating all moving parts and tightening all electrical connections. Faulty connections or reduced lubrication make your system work harder, therefore using more energy and raising your utility bills.
Checking thermostats and sensors for proper function. Sometimes people may forget to switch from heating to cooling or it’s as simple as replacing batteries in your thermostat.
Cleaning the evaporator and the condenser coils. Did you know that dirty coils make it more difficult to keep your home cool and comfortable, and the extra wear-and-tear on your system results in more energy consumption, higher utility bills and a shortened lifespan? If needed we can clean the evaporator coils.

Once your air conditioner is all ready to go, you can focus on other important things, like lighting up your BBQ and sweeping off your deck!

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We make it easy to stick to a regular air conditioner maintenance plan. Enjoy friendly reminder calls when it’s time for service and coverage for regular maintenance visits.

Frequently Asked Questions

What areas do you serve?

We provide our furnace repair services to Sherwood Park, St. Albert, Edmonton, and other surrounding communities and cities like Fort Saskatchewan. If you’re unsure whether you fall into our service area or not, give us a call!

How often should I have my air conditioner serviced?

We recommend having your air conditioner serviced every year. Regular wear and tear can cause a lot of problems that can cause your air conditioner to run less efficiently or even break. Yearly maintenance will help you avoid costly fixes in the future.

How often do my ac coils need to be cleaned?

Air conditioner condenser coils should be cleaned at least once per year. Dirty or clogged-up condenser coils can increase your air conditioner’s energy consumption causing it to be more costly to run. It can also lead to inefficient cooling in your home. If you don’t know the best way to clean your condenser coils, contact us to book your maintenance service. We’re here to help!

How do I know if I need my air conditioner serviced?

There’s more than one reason your air conditioner might need to be serviced, for example, a layer of frost on your evaporator is a telltale sign your air conditioner compressor may fail, an oily residue around your evaporator could mean there’s a leak, or even frost build up on your ac unit’s condenser could mean there’s a blockage. Read more on our blog for more signs your air conditioner needs to be serviced by a professional.

Is it necessary to have my air conditioner serviced every year?

Yes, it’s a good idea to have your air conditioner serviced every year as a preventative measure and to make sure it’s running as efficiently as possible. Your AC works hard for you in the hot summer months and regular wear and tear can quickly turn into an expensive issue. In Alberta, our ACs sit unused for months, which can cause dirt and even rust to form. Getting your AC serviced at the end of the summer season or just before our first hot day hits is a great way to keep it working well for years to come.

How often should I clean my AC filter?

Air conditioner filters should be changed at least once every three months. Not only does a clogged filter result in poor performance (your house won’t get as cool as it should!) but you risk reducing your home’s air quality by blowing dust and dirt particles into the air.

What if your technician tells me it’s past maintenance and needs to be replaced?

Sometimes air conditioners are past their prime and fixing them will be more costly than replacing. In older units, replacement parts may be expensive or impossible to find. For example, some refrigerants like R22 (also known as Feon) has been phased out.

When we come to service your air conditioner, we’ll help you make the right decision about whether it’s worthwhile to fix your air conditioner or if replacement is the wiser financial move. We’re here to help!

I have an old AC unit that runs on Freon, do I need to get my unit replaced?

No, your old AC unit can still be serviced using recycled Freon. In 2020, the Environmental Protection Agency mandated that the production of Freon stop by January 2020. The good news is AC units made since 2010 no longer rely on Freon, but the older units do. If your AC unit is older than 2010 you may want to replace it with a newer unit. Newer AC units overall are more environmentally friendly. If you’d like to discuss whether or not you should consider replacing your old AC unit, get it touch with our team.

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