
Is Routine Air Conditioning Maintenance Really Worth It?
Homeowners often overlook routine air conditioning maintenance, but it plays a crucial role in ensuring the longevity and efficiency of your cooling system. While some may question the necessity of regular maintenance, the benefits far outweigh the costs. Let’s explore why routine air conditioning maintenance is worth every penny.
Improved Efficiency and Lower Energy Bills
One of the primary benefits of routine air conditioning maintenance is improved efficiency. Over time, dust, dirt, and debris can accumulate in your AC unit, hindering its ability to cool your home effectively. A well-maintained air conditioner operates more efficiently, reducing the energy it consumes. In turn, it leads to lower energy bills and savings in the long run.
Regular Cleaning and Inspection
HVAC technicians thoroughly clean and inspect your air conditioning unit during routine maintenance. It includes cleaning the evaporator and condenser coils and removing any buildup of dust and debris that can hinder airflow and reduce efficiency. Additionally, technicians will inspect other components, such as the blower motor and fan, to ensure they function correctly.
Checking Refrigerant Levels and System Performance
Another essential maintenance aspect is checking the refrigerant levels in your AC unit. Low refrigerant levels can indicate a leak and cause your system to work harder to cool your home, increasing energy consumption. Technicians will also check the overall performance of your system, ensuring that it is operating at peak efficiency.
Replacing or Cleaning Air Filters
Air filters play a crucial role in maintaining indoor air quality and ensuring the efficient operation of your AC unit. Over time, air filters can become clogged with dust, dirt, and other particles, reducing airflow and efficiency. During maintenance, technicians inspect the air filters and clean or replace them as needed, ensuring optimal performance.
Checking and Adjusting Thermostat Settings
As part of routine maintenance, technicians will also check and adjust your thermostat settings to ensure they are correctly calibrated. Incorrect thermostat settings can lead to inefficient cooling and increased energy consumption. By ensuring that your thermostat is set correctly, you can maximize the efficiency of your AC unit and reduce your energy bills.
By addressing these key areas during routine maintenance, you can ensure that your air conditioning unit operates efficiently, reducing your energy bills and prolonging the life of your system. Regular maintenance is a cost-effective way to keep your home comfortable and energy bills low.
Extended Lifespan of Your AC Unit
Regular maintenance [MOU1] not only improves efficiency but also extends the lifespan of your air conditioner. Identifying and addressing potential issues early on can prevent major breakdowns and costly repairs. A well-maintained AC unit can last significantly longer than a neglected one, saving you money on premature replacements.
Preventing Major Breakdowns
One of the key benefits of regular air conditioning maintenance is the prevention of major breakdowns. During maintenance visits, HVAC technicians can identify and address minor issues before they escalate into more significant problems. By fixing these issues early on, you can prevent your AC unit from breaking down unexpectedly, saving you from costly repairs.
Addressing Wear and Tear
Over time, your air conditioning unit will naturally experience wear and tear. Regular maintenance can help address these issues by lubricating moving parts, tightening electrical connections, and ensuring all components work correctly. By addressing wear and tear early on, you can extend the lifespan of your AC unit and avoid premature failure.
Improving Overall Performance
Regular maintenance can also improve the overall performance of your air conditioning unit. Technicians can ensure your AC unit operates at peak efficiency by cleaning and adjusting components. It not only reduces energy consumption but also reduces the strain on your system, prolonging its lifespan.
Enhancing Energy Efficiency
A well-maintained air conditioning unit is more energy-efficient, reducing energy bills and carbon footprint. Keeping your AC unit clean and properly tuned can ensure it operates at maximum efficiency, saving you money on energy costs in the long run.
Improved Indoor Air Quality
Another benefit of routine maintenance is improved indoor air quality. A clean air filter and well-maintained components ensure that your AC unit is not circulating dust, allergens, and other pollutants throughout your home. It is especially important for individuals with allergies or respiratory issues.
Reduced Allergens and Pollutants
Regular maintenance helps reduce the buildup of allergens and pollutants in your home. A clean air filter and well-maintained components ensure that your AC unit is not circulating dust, pollen, and other allergens throughout your home. It can significantly improve indoor air quality, especially for individuals with allergies or respiratory issues.
Preventing Microbial and Mildew Growth
Proper maintenance helps prevent microbial and mildew growth in your air conditioning system. Moisture buildup in the system can lead to microbial growth and mildew developing, affecting the air quality indoors and causing health issues. Regular maintenance includes cleaning and inspecting the system to ensure your home remains healthy.
Eliminating Foul Odors
A well-maintained air conditioning system helps eliminate foul odors in your home. Over time, dust, dirt, and other debris can accumulate in the system, leading to unpleasant odors when running the AC unit. Regular maintenance includes cleaning the system and replacing the air filter, which can help eliminate these odors and improve the overall air quality in your home.
Maintaining a Healthy Environment
By improving indoor air quality, routine maintenance helps maintain a healthy environment in your home. Cleaner air can reduce respiratory issues, allergies, and other health problems, ensuring you and your family breathe easier and stay healthier.
Enhanced Comfort
A properly maintained air conditioner provides consistent and reliable cooling, ensuring your home remains comfortable during the hottest months. Regular maintenance helps prevent uneven cooling, hot spots, or insufficient airflow, keeping you and your family comfortable year-round.
Consistent Cooling Performance
Regular maintenance ensures that your air conditioner provides consistent cooling throughout your home. By cleaning and inspecting key components, technicians can identify and address issues that may cause uneven cooling or temperature fluctuations, ensuring that every room remains comfortable.
Preventing Hot Spots
Routine maintenance helps prevent hot spots in your home by ensuring your air conditioner operates efficiently. By cleaning the air filter, evaporator coil, and other components, technicians can ensure that air is distributed evenly, preventing hot spots and ensuring a more comfortable indoor environment.
Improving Airflow
A well-maintained air conditioner has improved airflow, ensuring cool air is distributed efficiently throughout your home. By cleaning or replacing the air filter and inspecting the ductwork, technicians can optimize airflow, improving comfort and energy efficiency.
Improved airflow not only enhances comfort but also reduces energy consumption. When your air conditioner’s airflow is restricted due to a dirty filter or blocked ducts, it works harder to cool your home, increasing energy usage. Maintaining optimal airflow can lower your energy bills and reduce your environmental impact.
Enhanced Humidity Control
Proper maintenance helps improve humidity control in your home. A well-maintained air conditioner can remove excess moisture, preventing microbial and mildew growth and creating a more comfortable indoor environment, especially during humid months.
Maintaining proper humidity levels in your home improves comfort and helps prevent health issues. High humidity can promote microbial and mildew growth, exacerbating allergies and respiratory problems. Ensuring your air conditioner is well-maintained can create a healthier indoor environment for you and your family.
Peace of Mind
The most significant benefit of routine air conditioning maintenance is the peace of mind it provides. Knowing that your AC unit is in top condition and unlikely to break down unexpectedly allows you to relax and enjoy a cool, comfortable home without worrying about costly repairs.
Schedule Your AC Maintenance Today!
Routine air conditioning maintenance can help to maintain your cooling system’s efficiency, longevity, and performance. With regular maintenance, you can enjoy lower energy bills, improved indoor air quality, and extended lifespan of your AC unit. So, is routine air conditioning maintenance worth it? Absolutely.
Schedule your maintenance service with Goettl Air Conditioning & Plumbing today and enjoy a cool and comfortable home all year round.
Testimonials
What Our Customers Say About Us







Definitely going to continue to use these guys!











Parker was very pleasant, knowledgeable and respectful of us and our home.
You’ll be in good hands with Parker and Goettl


Stacy was Awesome!! This is an update to the original above! Love the service plan and the pictures!



Mr. Gloria communicated clearly and directly, offering straightforward explanations and ensuring we fully understood each step of the process. His conduct reflected both integrity and expertise, and it is evident that he takes great pride in delivering quality service.
His exemplary performance is a credit to Goettl and reinforces our confidence in the company’s commitment to customer satisfaction.



He took the time to explain what was wrong, showed us the issues, and made sure everything was working properly before leaving. Our AC is running better than it has in a long time. We really appreciate his honesty and attention to detail. Highly recommend Goettl and especially Jonathan Buhidar.











We had a system check up visit from Jesus Gloria, he’s a great guy and professional. The visit was very helpful and educational. I couldn’t start today on some work that needs done but when we are ready to pull the trigger on that project you can bet Goettl will be the company we call.
(the following is an older review)
Goettl sent Brandon to service my family’s home. Most importantly his skills were on point. He was very professional as well. Also after a brief side conversation he helped me not look as bad in front of my old lady. He told her, “There’s no way that would have moved with a snake. Definitely not his fault.” (She doesn’t read company reviews) so thanks Brandon for a job well done and helping preserve my dignity as a man.


Stacy was very professional and knowledgeable. He explained everything showed me pictures and explained some options for me. He explained some parts are starting to wear. Thank you Stacy for your service. I would recommend him.
Jesus and Andrew were very professional and knowledgeable about my service and explained and booked my services. Showed pictures and explained other packages that are a available. They both were very pleasant. I would recommend them.
Mohamed and his colleague were very professional. They both did great work. I would recommend them to others. I have always had great work completed by the technicians. They are all professional and knowledgeable about the work they do.













Update: I accepted your proposal and wow, three days later my house has heat and air. Installation time was a little over five hours with breaks, and all the time your crew worked efficiently and professionally. Nothing left undone. A big THANK YOU for you guys.
Update2: Goetti set up the building permit appointment with the county, and attended the inspection, which past with no issues. Other companies that I have dealt with have not done so much. Furthermore, I did get multiple estimates, and all the other companies had convenient add-on's which proved by the inspection were a unnecessary expense, thus making Geotti price the lowest and most honest of them all. By the way, the heater and a/c have work to perfection and are both very quiet.
Follow up: A home inspection showed a small issue with my new furnace, so I called Goettl. Next day service and they determined there was an issue with the furnace they installed. Two days later (Christmas Eve) a brand-new furnace was installed. No debate, new questions asked, no cost to me, they insisted. This was quit the contrast to what I experience with other HVAC companies I have dealt with in my forty years in Reno.

Update:12/18/25
Stacy did an absolutely wonderful job checking our hvac system. In addition my husband asked about insulation and as it turns out Goettl does indeed do insulation. Stacy spent a lot of time taking pictures of our attic and showing them to us and patiently explained everything to us.
He is a very pleasant and friendly person and I would not hesitate to have him do all of our hvac inspections. He was very thorough and even checked our outside a/c unit and changed the Capacitor.
Benton was equally pleasant and very helpful on the phone and we booked the insulation install for the following week.
I would not hesitate to recommend Goettl. Customer service counts a great deal to me and Goettl really takes care of it's customers.
Update: 12/19/2025
Tim Theriot reinsulated my attic today. As usual for Goettl teams, he did a wonderful job. He and his team member (Francisco?) cleaned up nicely.
Benton again was wonderful to deal with.
Update: 12/24/2025
Nicholas Mayhew installed our new kitchen faucet. Not only is he an extremely friendly and pleasant person, but he did a great job. He made sure there were no leaks anywhere under our sink and he cleaned up everything. I would have him work on any of my plumbing.













He was not pushy at all,, he was very detailed and explained everything that was done to the units.



Jesus Pacheco arrived for the final repair and completed the repairs faster than quoted. After, he showed me the repairs and explained everything thoroughly. I’m am extremely happy with the services completed and have no worries in the quality of work done. Thank you!


Highly recommend Goettl Air Conditioning and Plumbing!!!




HOWEVER, the estimate provided was exceptionally high and not market in my opinion.






I’ll post an up dated message when the guys finish the work! Work is done! Just waiting on concrete and inspection! Zack Adolfo Jalen Sam Chis have been outstanding! There work ethics have been phenomenal very very pleased with the work just waiting to finish everything up so I can get my house back thank you Goettl Plumbing!





Eric and another man came to my house to clean my ductwork. Goettl had explained to me about promotion during my winter rejuvenation. Eric explained the procedure to me. Helped take down some child gates and then helped replace them when done. Always kept me informed of status and explanation of findings. Goettl may be on the costly side but well worth it. Communication is great and Smart Sadie program is great.
Again Eric and the other man (I apologize for not remembering his name) were friendly and always communicated what was happening.

Both your Plumber Technician, Josh Munoz and his Service Manager, Ben Tracy were extremely helpful.
Josh drained the hot water heater and conducted a thorough inspection of all our plumbing – both floors – inside (5,500 sq ft) as well as outside and identified several issues which he quickly set about fixing.
Josh was friendly, informative and professional throughout the entire process and served as a great representative of your company and team.
Speaking of which – every time Josh needed to check in with management Ben made himself available as a resource. It was clear that they were working as a team.
Once again ➡️ Thanks for all the great work and special kudos to Josh.








Pipes, all under the house with low clearances. Alan and partners did a very professional and considerate work. I'd recommend them to anyone.


Update: Eric and Momo came out afterwards to clean the HVAC coils and ducts, and they also provided amazing service and also went above and beyond. Thank you both for your kind, helpful, and efficient work!


A short history. A few years ago, we had four seasons put in a new furnace. After checking around and getting tons of estimates, there was as much as a $10,000 difference between all of the estimates. Four seasons came in at the best price. Unfortunately, I ordered an 80,000 BTU furnace and when the guy was done, I looked at the furnace and saw that it was a 60,000 BTU. I showed the guy the invoice and basically his response was ‘ Oh crap’ so I talk to the manager and he assured me that 60,000 BTU would heat my home sufficiently since it was a high-efficiency unit.
I was ready to have them tear it out and put the right one in, when the manager guaranteed the furnace and gave me the price for the 60 KBTU with a substantial discount. I did the regular maintenance and service service with four seasons.
When Goettl took over, I’m not sure if they just change the name, or bought four seasons, but everything changed after that. First I was informed of a membership called Sadie which is basically a yearly/monthly fee that allows us to get a lot of benefits. Free service calls, free, free preventative maintenance and discounts on non-covered items.
The first thing that I noticed was Josh came in to do a service, check the pressure and saw that the original installation guy did not convert my furnace to propane. Apparently none of the other service people ever checked the pressure. He had to return with the correct parts and changed out the valve. He also helped me out with a bathroom heating duct that was ripped. The price was great and he said he felt bad that we had such issues with the previous company.
A few months later (last Saturday) we stopped getting heat. I called Goettl let them know, and they were at my house within two hours. When it’s freezing outside or going to be subzero it’s really important when they respond so quickly.
Chris was the technician and he found the problem, however, the plumbing supply company was not open till Monday morning. Two days with sub, freezing temperatures scaring me a bit. Chris said that he would check with Dispatch and see if they had a couple of space heaters. When he was leaving, he noticed we had a bunch of firewood on the front and he offered to help bring firewood in. I told him no problem we had it, he said he was happy to help us. Make sure we had enough firewood to get through two days.
These two offers, were above and beyond in something you really wouldn’t expect from your HVAC people. Unfortunately, they didn’t have any space heaters at Dispatch, so we went to Home Depot and got some radiator heaters and then yes 24 hours a day kept a fire going.
Chris showed up Monday about 11 AM with the parts and it took him about 2 1/2 to 3 hours to fix all of the problems. I’m not savvy with all of the HVAC terms, but something about condensate water bill backed up through the system blah blah blah… we now have heat. lol.
Getting the Sadie member membership/club was the best thing we decided to do. They call us regularly to schedule our summer and winter maintenance. They are responsive. And they are very polite every time I call them.
I really would recommend you contacting them and get on that membership before you actually need them. Thank you, Josh and chris and unfortunately, I cannot remember the name of the female technician that came out and changed our filters but she was awesome also!

A short history. A few years ago, we had four seasons put in a new furnace. After checking around and getting tons of estimates, there was as much as a $10,000 difference between all of the estimates. Four seasons came in at the best price. Unfortunately, I ordered an 80,000 BTU furnace and when the guy was done, I looked at the furnace and saw that it was a 60,000 BTU. I showed the guy the invoice and basically his response was ‘ Oh crap’ so I talk to the manager and he assured me that 60,000 BTU would heat my home sufficiently since it was a high-efficiency unit.
I was ready to have them tear it out and put the right one in, when the manager guaranteed the furnace and gave me the price for the 60 KBTU with a substantial discount. I did the regular maintenance and service service with four seasons.
When Goettl took over, I’m not sure if they just change the name, or bought four seasons, but everything changed after that. First I was informed of a membership called Sadie which is basically a yearly/monthly fee that allows us to get a lot of benefits. Free service calls, free, free preventative maintenance and discounts on non-covered items.
The first thing that I noticed was Josh came in to do a service, check the pressure and saw that the original installation guy did not convert my furnace to propane. Apparently none of the other service people ever checked the pressure. He had to return with the correct parts and changed out the valve. He also helped me out with a bathroom heating duct that was ripped. The price was great and he said he felt bad that we had such issues with the previous company.
A few months later (last Saturday) we stopped getting heat. I called Goettl let them know, and they were at my house within two hours. When it’s freezing outside or going to be subzero it’s really important when they respond so quickly.
Chris was the technician and he found the problem, however, the plumbing supply company was not open till Monday morning. Two days with sub, freezing temperatures scaring me a bit. Chris said that he would check with Dispatch and see if they had a couple of space heaters. When he was leaving, he noticed we had a bunch of firewood on the front and he offered to help bring firewood in. I told him no problem we had it, he said he was happy to help us. Make sure we had enough firewood to get through two days.
These two offers, were above and beyond in something you really wouldn’t expect from your HVAC people. Unfortunately, they didn’t have any space heaters at Dispatch, so we went to Home Depot and got some radiator heaters and then yes 24 hours a day kept a fire going.
Chris showed up Monday about 11 AM with the parts and it took him about 2 1/2 to 3 hours to fix all of the problems. I’m not savvy with all of the HVAC terms, but something about condensate water bill backed up through the system blah blah blah… we now have heat. lol.
Getting the Sadie member membership/club was the best thing we decided to do. They call us regularly to schedule our summer and winter maintenance. They are responsive. And they are very polite every time I call them.
I really would recommend you contacting them and get on that membership before you actually need them. Thank you, Josh and chris and unfortunately, I cannot remember the name of the female technician that came out and changed our filters but she was awesome also!














Like most people, I typically search for the cheapest service I can find, and I end up having other plumbers come out to check out issues with my tankless water heater, who run their mouths, upsell parts (that don't seem to be causing the problem), and generally don't really know enough about tankless water heaters. This time, I decided to go with an experienced company with a good reputation, and I am glad that I did - Goettl's prices are very reasonable and worth the service they provide.
Juan, was very knowledgeable, patient, and persistent. Even better, he was careful and humble enough to acknowledge that he didn't know everything and checked with the manufacturer at every step. Juan spent a great deal of time helping me diagnose the problem (which always seems impossible to ascertain quickly with machines like tankless water heaters), and went above and beyond to ensure that my guests and I had hot water tonight.
Juan never got frustrated; he handled everything carefully and made sure to clean up after himself when he was done. If I can have Juan take care of all of my plumbing or AC issues in the future, I will. And if you're reading reviews to decide whether to call Goettl for your issue, I would encourage you to trust their service and experience. My experience with Juan was definitely memorable.
We now have hot water again. Can I get a "hell yeah"?


We had a concerning plumbing issue, and Geo was able to diagnose the problem with impressive speed and accuracy. What I really appreciated was that he took the time to clearly explain what was wrong, showed me what he was looking at, and gave me honest, practical advice on the best solution.
He had the issue resolved in no time at all. The whole experience was seamless, from the quick scheduling to the efficient and high-quality work. It’s so refreshing to find a technician who is not only a master of his craft but also a genuinely kind and trustworthy person.
A huge thank you to Geo and the entire team at Goettl. You have a customer for life! If you need a plumber, ask for Geo—you’ll be in the best hands






I have seen Goettl vans all over town and so I called them.
Got appointment right away and the Technician, Jef Eusepi, took care of our problem.









Thank you,
Greg Sanches





















This past week our service technician was Andrew Morgan and he is such a friendly, knowledgeable, and skilled technician. He spent time making sure the job was done correctly and he explained it in terms that I could understand. Not only is our unit functioning even better than before, I also gained knowledge of how the system works.













I highly recommend Goettl as this is the second time l've used them in less than a year. (2 seperate issues)... and I highly recommend them..anytime and anyday.
They have exceeded to top any expectations I could have ever had with any company.







The company is installing a tankless heater and the customer service is outstanding.
I recommend Geottl to all!


They made sure my carpet was covered and when they were all through they cleaned up perfectly
I would recommend your company to anyone looking to put in a new air conditioner.
Thank you so much for all you did for me.
Sincerely, June Jones

And I would highly recommend the company and the quality technicians like Jarod.
Jarod is the go to if you want excellent
Customer service and communication for any AC related issues. He is very knowledgeable, personable and trustworthy. I am grateful and satisfied.






They listened to my issue, were very through, checked for leaks, etc. I’ve lived in Lakeway for 30 years, used MANY local plumbers - but Goettl will definitely get all my business moving forward. HIGHLY recommend!
Ty, Wil & Adrian!
