The Pre-Summer Aircon Clean That Could Save SEQ Homeowners From a Hot, Costly Mistake

As winter comes to an end in South East Queensland, Chris Ferris, the new General Manager of Air Conditioning at Fallon Solutions, is encouraging homeowners to book an air conditioning service before summer arrives.

In Brisbane and across South East Queensland, air conditioners often build up dust, mould, bacteria and grime over time, especially in humid conditions. That hidden build-up can affect airflow, reduce efficiency, impact indoor air quality and cause the musty smell many homeowners notice when they first switch their system back on ahead of summer.

According to Chris, booking a professional air conditioning service before the weather heats up is one of the best ways to prepare your home for the warmer months.

“A lot of people wait until their system smells, stops cooling properly or struggles on the first hot days,” Chris says. “By that stage, the unit is already under pressure. A professional service before summer can help improve performance, support better airflow and air quality, and reduce unnecessary strain on the system.”

Why air conditioning servicing matters before summer

A professional air conditioning service can help:

• remove mould, bacteria, dust and grime from inside the system
• improve airflow and cooling performance
• support healthier indoor air quality
• reduce unpleasant smells from the unit
• help the system run more efficiently
• reduce wear and tear during peak summer use

For most homes, Chris recommends a professional deep clean every 12 months. For homes with pets, allergy concerns or heavier year-round use, every 6 months may be more appropriate.

Split system air conditioning service

Chris says split system air conditioning servicing should involve far more than wiping the outside of the unit or rinsing the filters. At Fallon Solutions, our split system air conditioning service includes a function check, access to the internal coil and blower, and a deeper hygienic clean designed to remove the mould and grime that ordinary surface cleaning cannot reach. A specialised bag catchment system is also used to help contain waste and protect furniture, floors and walls during the cleaning process.

For homeowners searching for split system cleaning, air conditioner mould cleaning, aircon smells when turned on, or air conditioning service before summer, Chris says the key is to act before the first run of hot weather.

Ducted air conditioning service

Ducted air conditioning servicing is also important heading into summer. Because ducted systems move air throughout the home, cleanliness plays an important role in both system performance and indoor comfort.

Homeowners often overlook ducted systems because they are out of sight, but they still need professional attention.

“If you have a ducted system, keeping it clean is important for airflow, performance and the overall comfort of the home,” Chris says. “It makes sense to have it looked at before you rely on it every day.”

For customers looking for ducted air conditioning cleaning and servicing, pre-summer is the ideal time to book.

Signs your air conditioner may need servicing

Your air conditioner may need professional servicing if:

• it smells musty when you turn it on
• airflow feels weaker than usual
• it is not cooling as well as it used to
• dust or grime is visible around the unit
• you have not had it professionally cleaned or serviced in the last 12 months

Book air conditioning servicing before the SEQ summer

The Bureau of Meteorology says El Niño is underway and is likely to persist until at least summer. The Bureau says El Niño can increase the risk of hotter conditions and heatwaves, and its August to October outlook shows an increased chance of above-average maximum temperatures across southern Queensland. That makes early preparation a sensible move for South East Queensland households.

Booking an air conditioning servicing before summer can help ensure your split system or ducted air conditioning system is ready when temperatures rise.