Air conditioning maintenance in Casanare: how often and why the Llanos are different
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S&G Air Conditioning Guide
Even the cold needs maintenance
The frequency recommended by manufacturers doesn't always apply in Casanare. Discover when to check your air conditioner before the Llanos climate reduces its performance, increases your energy consumption, or shortens your equipment's lifespan.
There's one question we receive more than any other:
The answer found in most manuals — every 6 months or even once a year — is designed for standard temperature and humidity conditions.
But Casanare does not have a standard climate.
And understanding that difference can save your equipment years of useful life.
Why does Casanare require more maintenance than the rest of the country?
The Llanos climate combines two factors that accelerate the internal deterioration of any air conditioner:
🌡️ High temperatures
Equipment works longer hours to maintain comfortable spaces.
💧 Constant humidity
Humidity promotes the accumulation of dust, organic residues, fungi, and bacteria.
While cities like Bogotá maintain much lower temperatures and moderate humidity, in Yopal it's common to find environments above 30°C with humidity close to 80%.
This causes the evaporator to accumulate dirt much faster, blocking airflow and forcing the compressor to work harder.
How often should I perform maintenance based on usage type?
| Type of use | Recommended frequency |
|---|---|
| 🏠 Intensive residential (+8 hours daily) | Every 3 months |
| 🏡 Moderate residential (4 to 8 hours) | Every 4 to 5 months |
| 🏢 Offices and commercial spaces | Every 2 to 3 months |
| 🏭 Industrial or continuous use (+12 hours) | Monthly evaluation and maintenance every 2 months |
Signs that your equipment needs maintenance now
You shouldn't always wait for the scheduled date.
These are the most common signs that the system needs immediate attention:
❄️ Cools less effectively
May indicate a dirty evaporator or refrigerant leak.
🔊 Makes strange noises
Whistling, vibrations, or rattling that weren't there before.
👃 Bad odors
Presence of moisture, fungi, or bacteria inside the evaporator.
💧 Water dripping
The drain might be clogged.
⚡ Increased consumption
The bill increases even if your usage habits remain the same.
What does professional maintenance include?
Comprehensive maintenance goes far beyond cleaning a filter.
✓ Deep cleaning of the internal filter.
✓ Specialized cleaning of the evaporator.
✓ Elimination of fungi and bacteria.
✓ Cleaning of the outdoor condenser.
✓ Review and cleaning of the drainage system.
✓ Verification of refrigerant charge.
✓ Electrical inspection of connections and protections.
✓ Full operational test.
✓ Measurement of inlet and outlet temperature.
Can I do the maintenance myself?
Yes. The internal filter can be removed and cleaned with warm water once a month.
This practice helps maintain airflow and extend the time between professional maintenance.
- Wash filters.
- Remove surface dust.
- Check that the grilles are clear.
- Handle refrigerant.
- Disassemble evaporators.
- Interfere with electrical components.
- Use non-specialized chemicals.
What happens if you don't perform maintenance?
Deterioration usually occurs progressively:
Months 1 - 3: loss of efficiency begins.
Months 4 - 6: energy consumption increases.
Months 6 - 12: the compressor constantly works under strain.
More than 12 months: the likelihood of costly breakdowns increases.
In many cases, replacing a compressor can represent more than 60% of the equipment's total value.
What you should never do
Wait for the equipment to stop cooling before calling a technician.
Preventive maintenance always costs a fraction of what corrective repair costs.
S&G Air Conditioning Technical Team
How long has it been since you checked your air conditioner?
If your equipment has gone more than 4 months without maintenance, it's probably time for a preventive check-up.
We serve homes, offices, businesses, and industries throughout Casanare with technicians certified by LG, Daikin, and Samsung.
Write to us on WhatsApp and schedule your maintenance.
