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What’s Really Hiding in Your AC? A Southport Split System Service

When you turn on your air conditioner, do you ever notice a slightly musty, damp smell for the first few minutes? Or perhaps you’ve peeked inside the vent with a torch and seen the tell-tale black specks of a mouldy air conditioner?

This is far more common than most Gold Coast homeowners realise. It’s not just unpleasant—it’s an indicator of what you and your family are breathing in.

This build-up of grime and mould is exactly why a client in Southport recently called us. They didn’t have a breakdown or an error code; they were proactive and booked our Intensive Precision Tune-Up for their high wall split system to ensure it was clean, healthy, and ready for the season.

The Problem: The Hidden Grime You Can’t Just Wipe Away

Many homeowners are diligent about washing the filters on their indoor unit, and that’s a great start. But the dust you see on the filter is only a fraction of what gets pulled through the system.

Over months of operation, the parts behind the filter—the parts you can’t see—become a breeding ground for contaminants.

• The Indoor Coil: This fine-finned component gets clogged with a sticky film of dust, pollen, and moisture.
• The Fan Scroll: This “hamster wheel” fan, which moves the air, gets caked in grime.
• The Drain Pan: This tray catches condensation and can become a swamp of mould and bacteria.

When your system is choked with this build-up, two things happen:

1. It’s Unhealthy: The fan blasts microscopic mould spores and bacteria all over your room. This is especially bad for anyone with allergies or asthma.
2. It’s Inefficient: The system has to work much harder to pull air through the clogged coil. This means it runs for longer, uses more electricity, and your power bills creep up.

A simple wipe-down can’t fix this. You need a deep split system service.

The Solution: Our Intensive Precision Tune-Up

This isn’t your average “spray and flick” service. Our technician performed a comprehensive, multi-step clean to restore the system to as-new condition. Here’s a breakdown of what our Intensive Precision Tune-Up involves.

1. Preparation and Protection

First, we treat your home with respect. The technician laid down dust sheets to protect the client’s carpets and furnishings. Then, for safety, the power supply to the unit was completely isolated and tested.

2. The Deep Disassembly

We don’t just clean what’s on the surface. Our technician completely dismantled the indoor unit’s housing, removing the covers, vanes (louvres), and blades. These were all taken outside for a thorough wash and sanitisation.

3. The Deep Clean

This is the most critical part.

• Catchment System: We attached our Intensive Decontamination Catchment System to the unit. This is a specially designed “bib” that fits around the air conditioner and funnels all the waste water and dislodged grime into a bucket, ensuring not a single drop touches your walls or floors.
• Non-Toxic Solution: We sprayed the indoor coil, drain pan, and the hard-to-reach fan scroll with a powerful, natural non-toxic cleaning solution. This solution is safe for your family and pets but tough on mould and bacteria.
• Pressure Wash: After letting the solution soak in, we used a low-pressure-high-volume pressure washer to flush the entire internal system. This action physically removes the built-up sludge from deep within the coil and fan, which is something a simple spray bottle can’t do. The amount of black gunk that comes out often shocks homeowners!

4. The Outdoor Unit Check

A split system service isn’t complete without servicing the outdoor unit. Our technician:

• Washed down the outdoor unit and coil to remove salt, dust, and debris.
• Cleared any obstructions (like leaves or palm fronds) to ensure proper airflow.
• Inspected the unit for any signs of vermin that could chew on wires.
• Checked the condition of the pipes and ducting.

5. Reassembly and Testing

Finally, we flushed the drain pan and tested the condensate drain to ensure it was clear and flowing freely—preventing future leaks. The sparkling-clean unit was reassembled, wiped down, and a full operational test was completed. The Southport client’s system was left in perfect working order.

The Benefits: More Than Just a Clean AC

This comprehensive service provides the homeowner with massive, tangible benefits:

• Better Health: The air in their home is now free from circulating mould, dust, and bacteria.
• Improved Efficiency: With a clear coil and fan, the unit can “breathe” easily. It cools the room faster and uses less energy, leading to lower power bills.
• Longer Lifespan: Just like servicing your car, this preventative maintenance stops small issues from becoming major, costly breakdowns.
• Peace of Mind: The client knows their system is safe, clean, and ready for whatever the Gold Coast weather throws at it.

Why Choose Fallon Solutions for Your AC Service?

When you search for air conditioner cleaning near me, you’ll find plenty of options. But our Intensive Precision Tune-Up is a comprehensive diagnostic and cleaning service, not a cosmetic wipe-down.

Our technicians are licensed tradespeople who understand how your system works. We use professional-grade equipment and safe, effective cleaning solutions. We also provide this note to all our clients:

To save money and maintain efficient, comfortable operation, we recommend your Air Conditioning is serviced regularly—at the end of each season as a minimum—so it is ready for the next time you need to use it. For more information on our air conditioning services, visit our air conditioning trade area.

Don’t Breathe Dirty Air

A clean air conditioner is a healthy and efficient air conditioner. If you’re in Southport or the surrounding Gold Coast suburbs and it’s time for your air conditioner service, don’t wait.

Contact the friendly experts at Fallon Solutions today to book your Intensive Precision Tune-Up. Call us on 1300 054 488 or send us an enquiry here.