{"id":840,"date":"2021-06-01T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-06-01T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rkmair.com\/blog\/?p=840"},"modified":"2021-06-08T18:34:03","modified_gmt":"2021-06-08T22:34:03","slug":"5-things-shouldnt-do-to-ac","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rkmair.com\/blog\/air-conditioning-service\/5-things-shouldnt-do-to-ac\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Things You Shouldn\u2019t Do To Your AC"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"171\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rkmair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Customer_Satisfaction_iStock_000028486816_Full_800x455-1-300x171.jpg\" alt=\"checking-boxes-transparent-background\" class=\"wp-image-688\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rkmair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Customer_Satisfaction_iStock_000028486816_Full_800x455-1-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rkmair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Customer_Satisfaction_iStock_000028486816_Full_800x455-1-768x437.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rkmair.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Customer_Satisfaction_iStock_000028486816_Full_800x455-1.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019re sure that you want to take care of your air conditioning\nsystem. There are several things that you should consider to make sure that you\u2019re\ntaking the <em>right <\/em>care of this system. As a homeowner, we don\u2019t expect\nyou to know everything there is to know about your AC operation. That\u2019s why our\nprofessionals are here to inform you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A lot of time, we encounter <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"\/air-conditioning\" target=\"_blank\">air conditioning systems in Riverside, CA<\/a> that have been through their fair share of hardships. This is largely because homeowners have made choices that they didn\u2019t realize were bad for their AC. We want to prevent that, so we\u2019ve listed out a few things you should never do to your air conditioner. Are you guilty of any of these?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Don\u2019t Do This<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some things you should never do to your air conditioner:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nSkip Changing Your Filer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You should change the filter in the air conditioner once every three months. If you\u2019re not doing this, then you\u2019re not getting the highest quality service possible. The build-up in your AC system\u2019s filter will make your system inefficient when it runs. It will cost you in money and cooling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nNever Schedule Maintenance Appointments<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Skipping out on maintenance is what can do your AC system\nin. Maintenance helps prime your system for the season ahead. It will also help\nyou spot the problems that might be on the horizon so you can handle them early\non.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nIgnore Warning Signs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes, an air conditioning issue really is something\nthat ambushes you. Other times though, there were warning signs that you chose\nto ignore. We\u2019re not here to judge you\u2014we know that sometimes you hear that\nsqueaking noise coming from your air conditioner, but you just don\u2019t feel like\nyou have the bandwidth to deal with it. You don\u2019t want to have to deal with the\nprospect of a repair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We understand the hesitation that motivates you to ignore an\nissue, but we have to let you know that this makes the problem worse. It\u2019s\nbetter to note the warning signs and contact our professionals. We\u2019ll make it\neasy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nNot Updating Your Thermostat<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You should have a smart or Wi-Fi thermostat. If you don\u2019t\nthen you\u2019re not getting optimal control. You\u2019re losing out on efficiency and money\nin the process. Both smart and Wi-Fi units are investments that will serve you\nwell. Contact our team if you need suggestions on great models.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;\nDIY or Hire an Amateur<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You shouldn\u2019t hire an amateur or even try to DIY your work. Amateur technicians might be able to do the work, but they aren\u2019t able to ensure longevity. Licensure, training, and experience are the things that enable a team like ours to ensure this. Make sure that you\u2019re making the responsible choice and choose a service that will serve you well this summer and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although the things we\u2019ve listed above are bad practices for\nyour AC, it\u2019s never too late to turn things around. Come to us. We can give you\npersonalized guidance and the repair services that you might need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"\/contact\/schedule-service\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Contact RKM Heating and Air Conditioning for your AC care. 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