From haze to heavy use: How often should you really be servicing your air-con?

The article discusses the importance of regular air-con servicing, particularly in the context of Singapore's current haze conditions. Most households should have their air-conditioning systems checked every three to six months, but during haze periods or for homes with pets, heavier usage, or other factors that increase dust and airborne particles, more frequent servicing may be necessary to prevent filter clogging and improve system efficiency.

The article highlights the Centralised Cooling System (CCS) in Tengah, where residents using the estate's CCS can benefit from complimentary regular servicing of their FCUs for three years and access technical support through the free MyTengah Care+ programme. Despite the programme's advantages, such as free servicing sessions and regular CCS checks, about one in five Tengah households using the CCS have not enrolled, potentially missing out on benefits like improved energy efficiency and lower utility bills.

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