Air conditioners are not cheap. You cannot afford to buy a new air conditioner every year. So it is important that you make your air conditioning units last longer. If you take some precautionary measures, you can make it happen.

Air conditioners have to be serviced regularly because a normal air conditioner loses about 5 per cent of its efficiency every year. This means over a period of time, your new air conditioner will loose its efficiency, whereas a properly maintained air conditioner can last approximately for 15 years.

The first step to maintain your unit is to check your unit regularly to find any potential problems. Inspect all hoses for leaks and see to it that the condensate tube is draining freely. The filters must be checked often and cleaned or changed monthly.

Seasonal care will increase the durability of your air conditioner. You must take more care during summer season as the level of pollutants and dust in the air increases. You can remove your window air conditioner during winter and store them safely until they are required again.