Being a responsible property owner means staying proactive about the comfort and satisfaction of your tenants. One critical part of that is making sure regular A/C maintenance happens before the hot summer month hits. The last challenge you and your tenants want to deal with is a malfunctioning air conditioner during the peak of summer’s heat. Unfortunately, it’s common that A/C units often break down during extremely hot days, which can create stress for both renters and property owners.
Importance of springtime HVAC maintenance for tenant comfort
Getting an air conditioning unit repaired during the summertime can be frustrating. Technicians frequently get overwhelmed with service calls, and during peak periods, they may charge higher rates. Plus, renters are let down when a technician can’t arrive as quickly as they hoped, often prompting them to look for a new rental home.
You can prepare for the hot summer weather and avoid frequent maintenance calls by performing maintenance on your A/C unit each spring. A well-maintained air conditioner is less likely to fail unexpectedly, and spring is the ideal time to have it inspected. Regular maintenance of the air conditioning units ensures they continue to operate efficiently and reliably season after season.
Benefits of regular HVAC maintenance for property owners
A well-maintained air conditioning unit can last 10 to 15 years or longer with consistent care. A well-cared-for A/C unit boosts system performance and contributes to cleaner air—both critical to the long-term effectiveness of your rental property’s HVAC system.
When you keep your air conditioning system cleaned, tested, and tuned up, you minimize the risk of breakdowns, helping to avoid emergency calls and prevent expensive repairs.
Best practices for HVAC maintenance
Performing basic maintenance on air conditioning equipment is doable with the right necessary skills and understanding. You can rinse condenser coils with a garden hose and remember that filters should be checked and replaced once every three months. Additionally, ducts should be vacuumed to improve airflow. More technical work, like replacing the refrigerant or other detailed servicing and maintenance, should be left to an accomplished professional.
Because maintaining your cooling system can take up your time, many landlords choose to hire a professional to handle it.
At Real Property Management Sterling, we proudly coordinate professional HVAC maintenance to help keep your tenants comfortable and safeguard your property. Interested in our trusted property management services in Essex? Please contact us or call 802-861-6468 today.
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