What Affects The Price Of Air Conditioner Cleaning? How Do You Clean The Air Conditioner If It's Dirty? Explain Clearly In One Article
Air conditioning, which used to be a "luxury product", has become a standard household appliance today. It creates a comfortable constant temperature environment for us. However, when the air conditioner is idle at the turn of the season, or after a long period of ultra-high-load exercise, dirt is often hidden inside. Many friends have tried to clean it themselves, but found that the operation is very troublesome and the effect is not very good. As a senior technician who has been deeply involved in the field of housekeeping for many years, today I will start from the professional perspective of deep cleaning and take you to comprehensively analyze the secrets of air conditioner cleaning, the cost structure and how to avoid those "invisible pits".
1. "Invisible pollution" of air conditioners in home scenes
In family life, the air conditioner serves as a "porter" of air, but it is also a breeding ground for dust, bacteria and mold. Just imagine, in the bedroom, the odor caused by the clogged air conditioner filter spreads everywhere at night through the breeze; in the living room, the mold on the air conditioner evaporator is blown out with the cold air, causing family members to sneeze. Especially during the rainy season or when it has not been cleaned for a long time, the humid environment inside the air conditioner will accelerate the reproduction of microorganisms. Deep cleaning is not just about wiping the outer shell, but also a "detoxification" of the core components of the indoor unit to ensure that every breath is fresh and natural.
2. Selection and use of professional cleaning tools
If you want your work to go smoothly and successfully, you must first make the tools excellent. Specialized deep cleaning can never be achieved with just a rag. For example, we will use a multi-functional steam cleaning machine to use high-temperature and high-pressure steam to clean the condenser and wind wheel without blind spots; for difficult-to-remove stains, we will be equipped with a special air-conditioning aluminum fin cleaning agent, which can quickly emulsify and decompose oil stains and will not corrode the fins. In addition, a tool called a long-bristle brush, a vacuum cleaner, and a protective cover for covering the appliances and walls underneath are all indispensable tools. Achieving the correct combination of these tools is the basis for ensuring cleaning results without damaging the precision parts of the machine.
3. Core operating procedures of deep cleaning
A set of cleaning procedures that are standardized and have a specific professional depth is much more complicated than just looking at it from the surface. First, the shell and air deflector must be disassembled to reveal the internal structure. Then, take out the component called the filter that has been completely covered with dust, scrub it with the outer casing with clean water or a special cleaning agent, and then place it in a cool place to dry. The most critical and important step is to clean the evaporator, which is the core component of the indoor unit and the wind wheel. Spray the special cleaning agent evenly on the evaporator fins, wait for the dirt to be fully dissolved, and then use high-temperature steam or a high-pressure water gun to flush according to the machine conditions. At the same time, use a water suction device to quickly suck away the sewage to avoid splashing the sewage to the circuit board. Finally, high-temperature steam is used to deeply sterilize and deodorize the internal air ducts and water trays.
4. Detail processing: those blind spots that are easily overlooked
What can show true professionalism is reflected in the persistent attitude towards details. During the cleaning process, the following parts must inevitably be given special attention:
Swing blades and air deflectors: as components, they are in contact with the air all year round. In that state, it is extremely easy for mold to grow at the edges, so it is necessary to disassemble them, take them off, and then brush them separately.
Pan, used to collect water: This type of place is easy for water to accumulate inside the air conditioner and emit odor. If the drain pipe is clogged, it will cause water leakage. Be sure to clean the mud in the pan until it is clean, and check whether the drainage is smooth.
This is a "forbidden zone" during cleaning. This area is the circuit board area, which must be waterproofed. Only a slightly wet or waterless soft brush can be used to gently clean the dust on the surface to avoid the risk of short circuit.
5. Guidelines and precautions for avoiding pits when cleaning air conditioners
Many users reported that their air conditioners malfunctioned after cleaning them themselves, or they encountered "routines" after asking others to clean them. Here are some suggestions for “avoiding pitfalls”:
When cleaning by yourself, be careful not to use a water gun with a large flow rate to flush the interior, as this can easily cause a short circuit on the circuit board or allow water to enter the motor. The professional approach is to use mist spray or steam cleaning.
Be wary of "low price traps". There are gimmicks such as "9.9 yuan to clean the air conditioner" on the market. This is often just a "fishing" method. After the master arrives, he will use various reasons to increase the price, or simply rinse the filter without performing deep cleaning.
Pay attention to the selection of cleaning agents. Do not use cleaning agents with strong acid or alkali properties, because this will seriously corrode the fins of the evaporator and reduce the cooling effect of the air conditioner. You should choose a neutral or weakly alkaline cleaning agent specially used for air conditioners.
After completing the cleaning operation and reassembling the equipment, it is necessary to turn on the equipment for a trial operation to check whether there are any abnormal sounds and water leakage, so as to ensure that the cooling or heating effect is in a normal state.
6. Comparison of cleaning effects: from “dirty and messy” to “renewed”
A professional deep cleaning will make a difference that is visible to the naked eye.
From a visual perspective, the filter and evaporator, which were originally covered with extremely thick black dust that appeared to be flocculent, have now returned to their original state of metal or plastic, and their light transmittance has reached an extremely high level.
In terms of smell, when the air conditioner was turned on before cleaning, the previous musty smell that gave off a sour smell was replaced by air that released a fresh feeling, and the indoor air quality was significantly improved.
In terms of performance : After cleaning, the air conditioner's air supply resistance becomes smaller, its cooling and heating speeds become faster, and its power consumption also decreases to a certain extent. According to actual measurements, after deep cleaning, the temperature of the air conditioner outlet can generally be reduced by three to five degrees Celsius in cooling mode.
As far as the cleaning price is concerned, according to current industry standards, the cost of deep cleaning of an ordinary household split air conditioner, that is, cleaning of both the internal and external units, is generally in the range of 100 yuan to 150 yuan. This covers filter cleaning services, casing wiping services, evaporator and condenser solution cleaning services, wind wheel cleaning services and high-temperature steam sterilization services, which is a complete series of services mentioned above. If you just clean the indoor unit, the cost will be about 60 yuan; if the outdoor unit needs special treatment due to special environment (such as the kitchen outdoor unit is full of oil), the cost may rise to 80-100 yuan. Of course, the pricing of different cities and different housekeeping companies will fluctuate slightly, but the difference will generally not exceed 20 yuan. What this expenditure brings is the respiratory health of the whole family and a longer service life of the air conditioner. It is undoubtedly a highly cost-effective household investment. Whether you choose to do it yourself or hire a professional, I hope this guide will help you better care for this "air guardian" in your home.
