With excessive heat almost daily here in the Lawton area this summer, having a reliable cooling system is essential to staying comfortable. However, as cooling demand increases, so does the risk of needing AC repairs or even a full system breakdown.
Pippin Brothers can help make sure your cooling system is operating at peak performance during the warmer months with our comprehensive AC maintenance and repair services. If it’s time for a replacement, we also offer high-efficiency air conditioner and heat pump installation for whole-home cooling.
Here are our go-to tips for avoiding an AC breakdown so you can have a comfortable and energy efficient home for summer:
1. Change Your Air Filters
Dirty air filters can restrict airflow and add unnecessary strain to your cooling system, leading to high energy bills and potentially causing long-term damage. At Pippin Brothers, we include an air filter change during an annual AC tune-up, but always encourage our clients to change air filters every 30-90 days, depending on the type of filter and HVAC system.
2. Keep Your Cooling System Clean
Dust and debris can accumulate on your cooling system, which often results in reduced performance and efficiency. When left unaddressed, these issues will only get worse and eventually cause an AC breakdown. We recommend regularly checking the area around your outdoor unit and removing leaves, grass clippings, and other debris as necessary. Inside, ensure that all vents, registers, and ducts are free of dust and obstructions. You may also want to consider duct cleaning services every few years, especially if allergies and asthma are present in your home.
3. Never Skip Annual Maintenance
Regular maintenance is one of the most important things you can do to avoid an AC breakdown. During a tune-up, our team will thoroughly clean and inspect your cooling system, making adjustments as necessary to ensure optimal performance. Maintenance visits also allow us to identify small issues before they turn into big problems and costly AC repairs down the road. Pippin Brothers offers peace of mind with AC maintenance with our Pippin Partner Plan! Sign up and receive annual heating and cooling tune-ups, discounts on repairs and replacement systems, and priority scheduling.
4. Know When It’s Time for a Replacement
Even with the best care, every HVAC system will eventually need to be replaced. As your AC ages, it will lose efficiency and struggle to keep you comfortable throughout the summer. The best way to know for sure that it’s time for an AC replacement is with a professional assessment, but a few factors to consider include your system’s age, the cost of recurring repairs, and the cost of a new AC. Pippin Brothers offers high-performance air conditioner and heat pump installation services, and we stay up to date on the latest incentives available in Lawton, Fort Sill, and Duncan to help you maximize your savings on a new cooling system.
Pippin Brothers: Your One-Stop Shop for Home Cooling
If you’re having trouble staying comfortable this summer or your AC is making strange sounds, give our expert team a call. We’ve been helping homeowners throughout the Great Plains since 1978 and our HVAC technicians have decades of experience providing customized and reliable solutions to numerous AC issues.