The most obvious reason to pay for ac repair San Antonio is the summer heat. On average, there are about 80 days from July through September when temperatures reach over 90 degrees according to Weather.com. That’s a lot of hot days! But personal comfort isn’t the only reason to keep your HVAC system running smoothly all year long. In fact, keeping the air conditioner in good repair could save you money in other areas.
Avoid Electronic Meltdowns
The phones, computers, laptops and e-readers we depend on every day can be severely damaged or have their lifespans shortened by heat and humidity inside the home. Preventing extreme temperature fluctuations at home may help your electronic devices last longer and perform better—not to mention keeping all your important data safe and accessible.
Work Harder
Today it’s common for one or more family members to work from a home office, but did you know that working in a too-warm environment could be costing you money? It’s not just your imagination, hot weather really does make the brain sluggish. The more energy our bodies must use to try to stay cool, the more difficult it is for the brain to think and reason, as a Scientific American article explains. If you’re keeping the AC off while you work at home to help a failing system limp along, it may actually be costing you income.
A More Secure Home
Sure, leaving the windows open at night might cool the house well enough to let everyone sleep comfortably, but open windows are also an invitation to intruders. And not just the human kind, insects, spiders and other pests can easily slip in through windows even if you use screens. Proper system maintenance and ac repair San Antonio helps keep you and your family safe and comfortable for a good night’s rest.
Repair or Replace?
AC repair San Antonio could prevent you from needing an entirely new unit. Small repairs that go unchecked can grow into huge problems causing damage to the entire HVAC system as well as to other areas of the home. Faulty wiring could be a fire hazard. Refrigerant leaks may be a health or environmental hazard. The best time to repair a problem is as soon as you notice it. But some issues can remain unnoticed, that’s why yearly maintenance is the best idea.
Call Christianson today at (210) 651-1212 for a complete list of our air conditioning services in San Antonio. Ask about a free estimate for major repair services.
