WHAT AFFECTS HOW LONG AN AIR CONDITIONER LASTS?
5 years ago
WHAT AFFECTS HOW LONG AN AIR CONDITIONER LASTS?
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Size. It’s important to have an appropriately sized system for your home.
Shorter cycles create more wear and tear on the parts of an air conditioner, so if the system is larger than necessary, it will turn on and off too quickly.
Air conditioners that are too small for the space may stay on too long and struggle to cool your home, which can also add wear and tear on parts.
Installation
Poorly designed, sized, or sealed ductwork impacting airflow
Lack of routine maintenance
Outdoor unit exposed to severe elements, such as hail, salty air, or other airborne corrosives
Use of improper coil cleaning agents
Thermostat set too high or too low—the optimal range is between 60 °F and 80 °F
https://www.ductless-mini-split-air-conditioner.org/
Size. It’s important to have an appropriately sized system for your home.
Shorter cycles create more wear and tear on the parts of an air conditioner, so if the system is larger than necessary, it will turn on and off too quickly.
Air conditioners that are too small for the space may stay on too long and struggle to cool your home, which can also add wear and tear on parts.
Installation
Poorly designed, sized, or sealed ductwork impacting airflow
Lack of routine maintenance
Outdoor unit exposed to severe elements, such as hail, salty air, or other airborne corrosives
Use of improper coil cleaning agents
Thermostat set too high or too low—the optimal range is between 60 °F and 80 °F
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