The most inconvenient time for your rental property’s air conditioning (HVAC) system to malfunction is during a heatwave. When temperatures rise, air conditioning units are required to operate more efficiently to maintain a comfortable environment for tenants. Depending on your Hillsboro, this can also become a habitability issue.
If your air conditioning unit hasn’t been inspected or serviced recently, you run the risk of it failing at critical times. As a result, the best time to prepare your AC system for hot weather is before the heat arrives. Every spring, you can perform simple preventative maintenance tasks to keep your unit in good shape.
Minimize emergency maintenance calls
It is important to keep your AC system running at its best to ensure the condensation drain line is always clear. Clogged condensation lines may lead to the accumulation of water in the drain pan, resulting in the activation of a float switch to shut off the unit. Should the unit cease operation, temperatures inside your rental house will rise rapidly, leaving your tenants hot and unhappy.
At the same time, emergency service calls during peak season can be challenging and costly, and you may end up paying for an expensive service call that could have been prevented with simple maintenance.
Regular maintenance can prevent a shutdown
Clearing an AC unit’s drain line is as simple as pouring ½ cup of diluted bleach into the line a couple times per year. This simple maintenance task can help you avoid heatwave emergencies and keep your rental property’s AC equipment works efficiently during the peak summer months.
Other basic maintenance tasks can help you avoid an AC shutdown during critical moments. Clearing debris away from your unit is essential for maintaining its efficiency and preventing overheating.
Similarly, it is important to clean the blower fan and condenser coils at least annually and change the filters frequently. These tasks may seem minor and easily disregarded, yet if overlooked, they can lead to big problems and expensive repairs in the years to come.
Employ a qualified HVAC professional
When annual and seasonal maintenance isn’t performed, your chances of a total shutdown significantly increase. If you are unable to allocate time to perform regular maintenance yourself, you can always hire a professional HVAC technician to manage it for you.
Numerous HVAC experts will also inspect your unit and the essential parts, from the fan motor to the compressor, to identify any potential issues. They can alert you if anything seems likely to fail with heavy operation and offer an opportunity to tackle the issue before the heat arrives.
It’s recommended to schedule your HVAC service regularly, typically once or twice annually. For busy rental property owners, entrusting property maintenance to experts like Real Property Management Assurance is the most efficient method. We assure you that essential annual maintenance will be conducted on time, ensuring your property runs smoothly. For more information on how our professional management services in Hillsboro can get your property ready for every season, please contact us online or at 971-270-2600 today.
Originally Published on May 21, 2021
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