5 Signs Your AC Needs Servicing Before the Dry Season

Eket is humid, and when the dry season hits, your air conditioner becomes the most important appliance in your home. Waiting for it to break down before calling a technician is a costly mistake. Here are five signs your AC needs a service right now.

1. It is blowing warm air

If you set your AC to 18 degrees and it feels like a fan, you likely have a refrigerant (gas) leak or a failing compressor. Do not keep running the unit in this state, as it can permanently damage the compressor.

2. Weak airflow

If the air is cold but barely reaching across the room, your filters or internal ductwork are likely clogged with dust. In Eket, dust accumulation happens quickly. A simple professional cleaning can restore full airflow.

3. Strange noises

A healthy AC hums quietly. If you hear grinding, squealing, or loud rattling, turn the unit off immediately. These sounds usually indicate a loose belt or a failing motor bearing.

4. Bad odours

If the air coming from your AC smells musty or like damp socks, mold or mildew has likely built up inside the unit or the drainage tube. A technician will need to perform a deep chemical clean to safely remove it.

5. Water leaking inside the room

Your AC should drain water outside. If water is dripping down your internal wall, the condensate drain line is blocked. This is a quick fix for a professional, but ignoring it will ruin your paint and plasterwork.