How Much Does It Cost To Clean And Maintain Central Air Conditioners? The Master Comes To Quote
Friends who live in homes with central air conditioners must have felt that they are completely dependent on it for cooling in the summer and heating in the winter. However, after using it for a while, you will find that the cooling performance does not seem to be as outstanding as it used to be, or else the electricity bill keeps rising for no reason.
The real situation is that this is most likely due to the accumulation of a large amount of dust and dirt inside the air conditioner, especially the central air conditioner. Those pipes and fan coils hidden in the ceiling are usually invisible to us. Furthermore, it is even more difficult to clean them by hand.
Many neighbors and friends around me have asked me that the central air conditioner in my home has been used for two or three years. I want to clean and maintain it thoroughly, but I don’t know the market price. I am afraid of being charged arbitrarily, and I am afraid that the money will not be effective.
Today, I will tell you how to calculate the price of central air conditioning cleaning and maintenance based on the local situation in Zibo, and share some tips that can save effort and worry.
Why is cleaning and maintenance important? Don't wait until it breaks before you worry.
Many people think that as long as the air conditioner can turn on, that's not true.
If the central air conditioner is not cleaned for a long time, a thick layer of dust will adhere to the evaporator, and a thick layer of dust will also adhere to the condenser, which will directly affect the heat exchange efficiency. In the summer, it is difficult to cool down for half a day, and in the winter, the heater does not feel warm even if it is blown.
What's even more troublesome is that the bacteria and mold accumulated in the air ducts will blow throughout the house as the air circulates. Those with elderly people, children, or allergies at home are prone to coughing and sneezing.
Therefore, regular cleaning and maintenance is not only for saving electricity, but also for the respiratory health of the whole family.
Generally speaking, it is usually recommended that central air conditioners used in homes should be deeply cleaned at least once a year. If the home is located close to the road or in an area with relatively large dust, then it is more prudent to clean it once every six months. This is the case.
What exactly does the price of central air conditioning cleaning consist of?
In the local area of Zibo, maintenance service centers that comply with regulations and meet standards perform maintenance on central air conditioners, and their fees are generally calculated based on the number of indoor units.
Taking one-to-three and one-to-four types of household central air conditioners as an example, the cost of cleaning each indoor unit is about 150 yuan to 300 yuan. This price covers the disassembly and cleaning of the return air inlet, the filter, the evaporator fins and the docking water pan.
If the outdoor unit is cleaned separately, the fee charged under normal circumstances is in the range of 100 yuan to 200 yuan. The main purpose is to clean the condenser fins of the outdoor unit and the fan of the outdoor unit.
If there is an air duct machine installed at home, given that its structure is slightly more complicated, the cleaning cost of a single unit may be in the range of 250 yuan to 400 yuan.
In addition, there are some old models that need to check the refrigerant pressure and check whether the circuit connectors are loose. For some companies, this part of the inspection service will be included in the cleaning fee. However, some companies may charge a separate maintenance fee of 50 to 100 yuan, so it is recommended to ask before visiting.
Will different brands and models affect the final quote?
This will definitely happen.
Although the cleaning process is roughly the same, the internal structural design of central types of imported refrigeration and air conditioning equipment such as Mitsubishi, Daikin, and Hitachi is more refined and rigorous, and requires extra caution when disassembling and installing. Some practitioners with professional skills will also use special cleaning devices, so their prices are slightly higher than domestically manufactured brands.
As for common Chinese domestic brands such as Gree, Midea, Hisense, and Oaks, their accessories have relatively strong versatility and are easy for masters to operate, so their prices tend to be more user-friendly.
In addition, the ceiling machine, which is what we call a four-side air outlet embedded machine, is different from the ordinary duct machine in terms of cleaning difficulty. The filter screen and turbine of the ceiling machine are easier to store dust. There are many steps to disassemble and clean it. Usually, the cost of a single unit is 50 to 100 yuan more than that of an air duct machine.
Therefore, when you report for repair, it is best to inform the customer service directly of the brand and approximate model of your air conditioner. In this way, the budget given by the other party will be more accurate.
How to judge whether the quotation is reasonable? Remember these three points
What many users are most worried about is the temporary price increase after visiting the door.
In fact, those repair centers that meet the specifications only make quotations after careful inspection. When the master arrives at the scene, he will open the inspection port of the indoor unit and use an endoscope or a strong light flashlight to allow you to see with your own eyes whether the evaporator and the wind wheel are dirty. Then, a total price will be given based on the specific degree of dirt and the number of parts that need to be cleaned.
If you think the price is acceptable, then let the master do it; if you think the price is too high, or you want to make a comparison, you can choose not to repair it. Most companies only charge a door-to-door inspection fee, which is usually 30 to 50 yuan.
In addition, when making a quotation, be sure to ask what items are covered, that is, whether it is dismantling and cleaning the evaporator fins, disinfecting the water tray, cleaning the wind wheel, cleaning the filter, and flushing the fins of the external machine.
Some relatively cheap packages may only flush the filter for you, but there will be no internal changes at all. In this case, it is equivalent to spending money on it.
What are the obvious changes after maintenance? I have a number in my mind
After completing a set of standard deep cleaning, the most intuitive feeling is that the air blowing out has become stronger, and the air blowing out does not have that musty smell or that earthy smell.
The cooling speed will also be a lot faster. When it is originally turned on at 26 degrees, it will not be cool for half a day. After washing, it may be turned on at 27 degrees and it will feel comfortable.
The power-saving effect is very obvious. Some friends have made corresponding comparisons. Before and one month after the cleaning operation, the electricity bill can be saved by almost 20%.
In addition, when cleaning, the master will usually check the refrigerant pressure and check whether the connecting pipe interface is loose or leaking. These can detect problems in advance and prevent the air conditioner from suddenly not cooling one day, which will lead to costly repairs to the compressor.
So regardless of the hundreds of dollars spent on cleaning, it actually saves money and worry in the long run.
In Zibo, for ordinary household one-to-three or one-to-four central air conditioners, we need to do a thorough cleaning and maintenance, which covers internal and external units. The cost is generally between 500 yuan and 1,000 yuan. The specific cost depends on the brand, the number of internal units and the degree of dirt.
When looking for service, be sure to look for this process, that is, check first, then make a quotation, and repairs can only be carried out after both parties reach an agreement. Never go for a cheap service that claims to pay tens of dollars at the beginning, and most likely just clean the filter and everything will be done.
I would like to suggest that everyone make an appointment for in-depth maintenance before turning on the air conditioner every year at the beginning of summer or winter. In this way, the condition of the air conditioner will be good, the air in the home will be clean, and using it will make people feel at ease and at ease.
