Summer is officially here and throughout Southeast Texas the temperatures are expected to skyrocket. And since HVAC work is typically most popular in peak seasons, it can make you wonder if AC repairs are more expensive. You should know that generally, yes, it could cost more to repair your HVAC unit during the summer season.
We always recommend that air conditioning repair work take place during the non-peak seasons when possible. This is because the demand for an AC technician is not the highest then. Throughout the summer, consumers are demanding cooler temperatures from their AC systems. This also means that many consumers discover that their AC needs a tune-up or repair, perhaps whenever they see a leak, hear a strange noise, or simply find that their AC does not reach the set temperatures. And since the request for service is much more urgent, that means that there may be fuller schedules and less availability for repairs. This means that you may have to schedule after hours, incurring an after-hours service fee.
Additionally, higher demands not only mean less availability for scheduling, but also more demand for the parts necessary to make repairs. Depending on the sort of repair your unit needs, the technician may have to pick up this part from a partnering manufacturer. And if everyone is seeking the same part, there may be back orders, or an order could be put on request instead of available to buy that day. The waiting time for that part may lead to further damage to the unit since your unit is working harder than normal.
Not waiting until the peak season for maintenance and servicing is a golden rule for preparing for Summer. You can read more about the benefits of Spring tune-ups in our blog “Time for a Spring Tune-up!” However, even if you miss that timing to get your AC unit looked at, we would be more than happy to service you. You can quickly schedule an appointment with us by calling (281)-786-0210 or by booking online!