Servicing: Why Cleaning Isn’t Always the Fix

Updated: May 26

Not All Aircon Issues Are Caused by Dirt

Strange noises, sudden cooling loss, leaks, or shutdowns often point to a deeper fault — not just a dirty filter or coil.

Servicing is important.

But assuming it’s the solution for every issue?

That’s how customers waste money, time, and trust.

Servicing is useful — but only when it’s used for the right reason.

Preventive when done regularly→ Keeps parts clean, airflow smooth, and breakdowns less likely
Restorative when the system’s already showing signs of dirt strain→ Helps recover airflow, reduce smell, and relieve build-up pressure

It’s not a fix-all. It doesn’t repair parts.

But when the issue is dirt — it works well.

If the system is acting up for other reasons, no amount of cleaning will solve it.

Reported Symptom	Possible Root Cause
Unit turns on, but airflow is weak	Blower motor, relay board, or signal dropout
Cooling dropped suddenly	Gas leak, coil blockage, or sensor misread
System shuts down or blinks	PCB fault, compressor overheat, or logic error
Leaking continues after servicing	Tilted unit, cracked tray, or trunking slope failure
Still not cold after cleaning	Coil damage, gas issue, or control board fault

If it was just dirt — cleaning would’ve fixed it. If the issue persists, it’s deeper.

We’ve seen this pattern hundreds of times:

Worse still — some vendors skip diagnosis and push cleaning anyway.

That’s not a fix. That’s negligence.

We don’t start with assumptions. We start with checks.

You describe the issue
We assess remotely, where possible
If unclear, we recommend a structured $30 diagnostic
Once confirmed, we prescribe the actual fix — whether that’s servicing, repair, or both

Servicing isn’t a cure-all. It’s a tool — and like any tool, it works only when used for the right job.

If your system is misbehaving, let us confirm the fault before money is wasted on the wrong fix.