As the air conditioning season begins and summer rapidly approaches, there’s no better time than now for window unit AC cleaning.
Without a clean air conditioner, you won’t have clean air in your indoor space. Before explaining how MainDuct technicians perform window AC unit cleaning near me, we want to share an important word of caution.
Unfortunately, some service providers are not conscientious and exploit clients’ lack of expert knowledge. For example, we once helped a client worried about mold in their AC because a previous company had told them so. In reality, there was no mold; the company misled the client by claiming the green coloration behind the unit-where drainage water flows-was mold. This is actually copper oxidation.
This green patina can superficially resemble mildew or mold. However, the green on copper is purely a chemical reaction and not biological growth. Copper’s green coloration is usually smooth or powdery, while mold appears fuzzy or slimy and is a biological growth.
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The MainDuct technician detached the units and performed a thorough cleaning of all exterior surfaces.
It is important to note that AC mold remediation is possible. However, cleaning window unit AC mold might require more frequent service calls, and the presence of mold might indicate underlying equipment problems. Technicians must be honest about whether such a problem truly exists.
Here is MainDuct’s process for cleaning a window AC unit: first, we disassemble the unit, carefully removing accessible parts to clean every component thoroughly.
Next, we apply an eco-friendly, non-toxic solution to eliminate dirt, grime, and microbial growth. We finish the cleaning by applying a sanitizer for added protection.
After cleaning, each unit is inspected and tested to ensure proper functionality and optimal performance.
Cleaning AC window unit filter is something you, as a responsible AC owner, can and should do yourself. Do it every month-or more often if you have allergies. For professional cleaning, it’s best to schedule it once or twice a year, depending on how frequently you use your unit.
Stay tuned-every month we’ll share more about the services MainDuct technicians provide.
