{"id":11411,"date":"2022-10-05T01:29:42","date_gmt":"2022-10-05T06:29:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/?p=11411"},"modified":"2024-08-16T14:13:09","modified_gmt":"2024-08-16T19:13:09","slug":"keep-your-outdoor-air-conditioner-clean","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/keep-your-outdoor-air-conditioner-clean\/","title":{"rendered":"Why it is Important to Keep Your Outdoor Air Conditioner Clean and Clear"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/keep-your-outdoor-air-conditioner-clean\/#Why_It_Is_Important_to_Keep_Your_Outdoor_Air_Conditioner_Clean\" >Why It Is Important to Keep Your Outdoor Air Conditioner Clean<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/keep-your-outdoor-air-conditioner-clean\/#What_Does_the_Condenser_Do\" >What Does the Condenser Do?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/keep-your-outdoor-air-conditioner-clean\/#How_to_Keep_the_Outdoor_Air_Conditioner_Clean\" >How to Keep the Outdoor Air Conditioner Clean?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/keep-your-outdoor-air-conditioner-clean\/#Contact_Professional_HVAC_Providers_To_Maintain_Your_Outdoor_Air_Conditioner\" >Contact Professional HVAC Providers To Maintain Your Outdoor Air Conditioner<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/outdoor-air-conditioner-clean-1-300x191.jpg\" alt=\"Why you should Keep Your Outdoor Air Conditioner Clean and Clear\" width=\"300\" height=\"191\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-11491\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/outdoor-air-conditioner-clean-1-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/outdoor-air-conditioner-clean-1.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>A machine that is coated in dirt and grime will not perform as effectively as one that is clean. That is a simple fact. A coating of muck and dirt on your AC system, nearly anyplace on it, is particularly a problem. Because of this, it is important to keep both your indoor and outdoor air conditioner clean and clear of debris.<\/p>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<p>Dirt on the interior evaporator coils, for example, can lead the air conditioner to lose effectiveness quickly and ice to form on the coils. Dirt and grime on or around the outside air conditioner cabinet (the condenser) may not have occurred to you as a concern. This is because many condensers are hidden behind gates or obstacles. While it is tempting to assume that because the condenser is outside, it is immune to the weather and elements. However, a dusty or blocked condenser cabinet is an issue as well.<\/p>\n<p>If you are facing issues with your air conditioner and need to schedule maintenance or service, trust only the best St. Louis air conditioning service providers with it. At Galmiche &amp; Sons, we have been serving the St. Louis area with the best in heating and air conditioning services since 1950. Contact us online or give us a call at <span class=\"mobile_tel\"><span class=\"mobile_tel\">314-993-1110<\/span><\/span> to schedule your appointment.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_It_Is_Important_to_Keep_Your_Outdoor_Air_Conditioner_Clean\"><\/span>Why It Is Important to Keep Your Outdoor Air Conditioner Clean<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If the outdoor air conditioner unit (condenser) is covered in dirt or if dust has settled on the inside of the machine, it is crucial to clean it. This will not only help improve efficiency so that your system can run more smoothly, it can also help prevent breakdowns and other major air conditioning problems.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Does_the_Condenser_Do\"><\/span>What Does the Condenser Do?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The compressor, condenser coil, and blower fan are all housed in the outdoor air conditioning unit. The fan pulls air in through grills from outside the compressor and blows it across the refrigerant coils.<\/p>\n<p>The heated refrigerant gas condenses and releases heat from the air, which is then expelled through the top of the device by the blower fan. This is how the air conditioner removes heat from your home and cools the refrigerant before returning it to the house.<\/p>\n<p>The refrigerant will not cool down sufficiently if the condenser is unable to adequately release heat, and the air conditioner&#8217;s performance will decrease. To meet the target temperature, the air conditioner will need to operate longer and longer, and the system will eventually become overheated and shut down.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Keep_the_Outdoor_Air_Conditioner_Clean\"><\/span>How to Keep the Outdoor Air Conditioner Clean?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/outdoor-air-conditioner-clean-2-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"How to Keep Your Outdoor Air Conditioner Clean\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-11492\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/outdoor-air-conditioner-clean-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/outdoor-air-conditioner-clean-2.jpg 509w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Keeping the condenser in excellent working condition is simple. Here are a few tips to keep it clean and clear:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If it is filthy, wash it down with a regular garden hose.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid using a high-pressure nozzle to spray water into the grill of the condenser as it can bend or destroy the coils.<\/li>\n<li>If trees or shrubs are growing nearby, make sure they are pruned back to leave a full foot of space on each side of the condenser.<\/li>\n<li>Remove any debris from\u00a0 within the cabinet, such as branches and leaves, as well as stones and other tiny things from the area around the cabinet. You do not want any of these to get sucked into the grills by accident.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Contact_Professional_HVAC_Providers_To_Maintain_Your_Outdoor_Air_Conditioner\"><\/span>Contact Professional HVAC Providers To Maintain Your Outdoor Air Conditioner<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you are looking for experienced air conditioner service providers in St. Louis, Galmiche &amp; Sons is always at your service. We have been in the heating and cooling repair business since 1950 serving homeowners and businesses in the local area. Get in touch with our experienced <a href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/contact-galmiche.php\">heating and air conditioning<\/a> professionals to schedule a professional air conditioning cleaning or to learn more about how we can help.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A machine that is coated in dirt and grime will not perform as effectively as one that is clean. That is a simple fact. A coating of muck and dirt on your AC system, nearly anyplace on it, is particularly a problem. Because of this, it is important to keep both your indoor and outdoor air conditioner clean and clear of debris. Dirt on the interior evaporator coils, for example, can lead the air conditioner to lose effectiveness quickly and &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/keep-your-outdoor-air-conditioner-clean\/\" class=\"more-link\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Why it is Important to Keep Your Outdoor Air Conditioner Clean and Clear<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":11491,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mbp_gutenberg_autopost":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[4,13,42,5,32,19],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-11411","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-air-conditioner-maintenance","category-air-conditioner-tips","category-air-conditioner-troubleshooting","category-air-conditioners","category-diy-hvac-tips","category-energy-efficiency"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the 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