Why Evaporative Cooling Servicing Is Essential? - A Real Job Experience
At Unitests, we often come across evaporative cooling units that have been neglected for years, leading to serious air quality issues. One of our recent jobs highlights just how crucial regular servicing is - especially for homeowners who have recently purchased a property.
The Problem: A Flashing Service Alert
A homeowner contacted us after noticing that their evaporative cooling controller was flashing a Service alert. Since they had only lived in the home for 12 months, they were unaware of the unit’s servicing history - if it had been serviced at all.
After inspection, it became clear that the cooling pads had not been cleaned in years, if ever. The buildup of dirt, dust, and mold was shocking. For an entire year, this homeowner had been unknowingly breathing in contaminated air filled with dust, mold spores, and allergens.
The Solution: Replacing the Cooling Pads
Our technician carefully removed the old, clogged pads and replaced them with brand-new ones. The transformation was dramatic - from filthy, mold-ridden pads to fresh, clean ones that now allow for proper airflow and healthier indoor air quality.
With the new cooling pads installed, the system could now function efficiently, improving cooling performance and ensuring cleaner air for the homeowner and their family.
Hidden Dangers: Contaminated Ducts
One critical takeaway from this job is that evaporative cooling systems distribute air through ductwork. When the cooling pads are dirty and moldy, all that contaminated air circulates through the ducts - potentially leading to further issues such as:
Mold and bacteria buildup in the duct system
Worsened indoor air quality, leading to allergies and respiratory problems
Increased dust accumulation throughout the home
If your evaporative cooler has been neglected, it’s likely that your ducts need cleaning as well.
Important Advice for New Homeowners
If you've recently purchased a home with an evaporative cooling system, it’s essential to have it serviced - even if it appears to be working fine. As seen in this case, hidden issues like dirty cooling pads and mold buildup can go unnoticed until a service alert appears.
Here’s what we recommend:
Book an evaporative cooling service to check the system’s condition
Replace old cooling pads to improve airflow and air quality
Schedule a duct cleaning if the system has been neglected for years
Set up annual servicing to prevent costly repairs and ensure efficient cooling
Need Your Evaporative Cooling Serviced? Call Unitests!
Don’t wait for your controller to flash Service - by then, you and your family may have already been breathing in contaminated air for months or even years.
At Unitests, we provide comprehensive evaporative cooling servicing, repairs, and duct cleaning to ensure your system runs efficiently and delivers clean, fresh air.
Call Unitests today at 1300 84 66 88 to schedule your service!