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Evaporator Coil Cleaning and AC Maintenance in West Glendale — March 2024

CompletedMarch 20, 2024
TechnicianGarrett
Service AreaWest Glendale
Equipment AgeHeat pump: about 8 years old
Visit Invoice Total$330.00
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Reported by the Homeowner
The homeowner requested a cooling maintenance and cleaning with no specific complaint.
West Glendale homeowner · March 20, 2024
The Report

What the homeowner told us

The homeowner requested a cooling maintenance and cleaning with no specific complaint.

Findings & Work Performed

What Garrett documented during the visit

I performed a comprehensive cleaning of the condenser and cleared debris, then tightened electrical connections and cleaned the evaporator drain components. No parts required repair or replacement during this visit.

The Verification

Verification performed

I ran the system after cleaning and confirmed proper operation with a stable temperature split and normal amp draws. The unit cycled correctly and cooled as expected on departure.

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How this repair fits into our Phoenix HVAC service

This repair is one example of the AC Repair & Maintenance work AZ Perfect Comfort performs across Glendale, AZ. You can browse every case study we have published for this type of work in the Evaporator Coil Cleaning and AC Maintenance case studies archive. Homeowners who join our Comfort Club maintenance membership get every eligible repair backed by our Lifetime Repair Guarantee. For larger repairs and replacements, financing options are available for qualifying projects.

— Parts & Work Performed

Exactly what was installed

ItemDescriptionQtyPrice
DMD-1-SYSTEM Diamond Tier 1 System Perfect Comfort Club MembershipTwo Maintenance Visits Per Year.26 Point Check Up20% Repair discount.No Overtime charges.Priority ServiceAND50% off service call feeEvaporator coil 1 $330.00
Visit Credit Maintenance Visit Credit 1 $-165.00
DMD-1-SYS-MC Diamond Level - Single system maintenance 1 $165.00
Total: $330.00
— Photo Documentation

41 photos from this repair

Every step of this repair was documented on-site by Garrett.

Dirty evaporator coil fins with cleaner foam applied, showing accumulated dust and residue before thorough cleaning.
Dirty evaporator coil fins with cleaner foam applied, showing accumulated dust and residue before thorough cleaning.
Outdoor AC disconnect box open, showing ON position handle and indicator lights for line fuses with visible rust on housing.
Outdoor AC disconnect box open, showing ON position handle and indicator lights for line fuses with visible rust on housing.
Wall-mounted digital thermostat display shows system heat mode with a setpoint of 75 degrees and ambient reading visible.
Wall-mounted digital thermostat display shows system heat mode with a setpoint of 75 degrees and ambient reading visible.
Clamp meter display shows 2.86 A AC while measuring current with the clamp around a conductor.
Clamp meter display shows 2.86 A AC while measuring current with the clamp around a conductor.
Dirty evaporator coil surface covered with dust and debris, showing clogged fins that restrict airflow and require thorough cleaning.
Dirty evaporator coil surface covered with dust and debris, showing clogged fins that restrict airflow and require thorough cleaning.
Evaporator coil fins showing uneven soil and streaking before cleaning, with visible dirt accumulation across multiple fin rows.
Evaporator coil fins showing uneven soil and streaking before cleaning, with visible dirt accumulation across multiple fin rows.
Technician rinses debris from condenser coil fins inside the outdoor unit housing during evaporator coil cleaning and AC maintenance.
Technician rinses debris from condenser coil fins inside the outdoor unit housing during evaporator coil cleaning and AC maintenance.
Close-up of an evaporator coil surface showing clean, straight fins with a small brushed area from recent cleaning.
Close-up of an evaporator coil surface showing clean, straight fins with a small brushed area from recent cleaning.
Technician sprays cleaner onto a corroded metal HVAC panel near the evaporator section, with safety instruction labels visible below.
Technician sprays cleaner onto a corroded metal HVAC panel near the evaporator section, with safety instruction labels visible below.
Digital thermometer with probe inserted reads 75.7 °F on the display during air conditioning service.
Digital thermometer with probe inserted reads 75.7 °F on the display during air conditioning service.
Clamp meter displays 11.33 A on the selected current range during HVAC system testing.
Clamp meter displays 11.33 A on the selected current range during HVAC system testing.
Dual-run capacitor inside the condenser compartment, showing stamped rating 80+7.5 μF and connected wiring in place.
Dual-run capacitor inside the condenser compartment, showing stamped rating 80+7.5 μF and connected wiring in place.
Close-up of an evaporator coil surface showing clean aluminum fins after detailed cleaning during maintenance.
Close-up of an evaporator coil surface showing clean aluminum fins after detailed cleaning during maintenance.
Wall-mounted thermostat display shows room temperature at 75°F with system status text visible on the screen.
Wall-mounted thermostat display shows room temperature at 75°F with system status text visible on the screen.
Rooftop packaged HVAC unit on a metal stand, showing condenser coil, service panels, condensate drain piping, and refrigerant lines.
Rooftop packaged HVAC unit on a metal stand, showing condenser coil, service panels, condensate drain piping, and refrigerant lines.
Clamp meter displays 1.18 A AC current while measuring a conductor inside the air conditioning equipment cabinet.
Clamp meter displays 1.18 A AC current while measuring a conductor inside the air conditioning equipment cabinet.
Thermostat display shows system in heat mode with room temperature at 75 °F and setpoint at 68 °F.
Thermostat display shows system in heat mode with room temperature at 75 °F and setpoint at 68 °F.
Dirty evaporator coil fins with visible dust and debris accumulation across the surface before cleaning.
Dirty evaporator coil fins with visible dust and debris accumulation across the surface before cleaning.
Close-up of an outdoor condenser coil fin surface after cleaning, showing straightened aluminum fins and improved airflow visibility.
Close-up of an outdoor condenser coil fin surface after cleaning, showing straightened aluminum fins and improved airflow visibility.
Water spray rinses debris from the outdoor condenser coil fins, showing active evaporator coil cleaning during maintenance.
Water spray rinses debris from the outdoor condenser coil fins, showing active evaporator coil cleaning during maintenance.
Clamp meter display shows 47.9 A in AC current mode while measuring an electrical conductor on the HVAC system.
Clamp meter display shows 47.9 A in AC current mode while measuring an electrical conductor on the HVAC system.
Analog refrigerant manifold gauge connected at the service port during air conditioning diagnostic testing.
Analog refrigerant manifold gauge connected at the service port during air conditioning diagnostic testing.
Clean aluminum evaporator coil fins with uniform spacing, showing no debris or damage after thorough maintenance cleaning.
Clean aluminum evaporator coil fins with uniform spacing, showing no debris or damage after thorough maintenance cleaning.
Air handler access panel removed, exposing metal service cover and wiring entry, with safety warning labels visible on the cabinet.
Air handler access panel removed, exposing metal service cover and wiring entry, with safety warning labels visible on the cabinet.
Outdoor AC disconnect with pull handle in ON position, showing two indicator windows labeled for line fuses when lit.
Outdoor AC disconnect with pull handle in ON position, showing two indicator windows labeled for line fuses when lit.
Digital thermometer shows 75.0 °F surface temperature at the probe contact point on the metal housing.
Digital thermometer shows 75.0 °F surface temperature at the probe contact point on the metal housing.
Analog manifold gauge connected to an air conditioning system during service, displaying suction and temperature scales without a clearly legible numeric reading.
Analog manifold gauge connected to an air conditioning system during service, displaying suction and temperature scales without a clearly legible numeric reading.
Clamp meter temperature function shows 81.0 °F on the display during air conditioning diagnostic testing.
Clamp meter temperature function shows 81.0 °F on the display during air conditioning diagnostic testing.
Digital thermometer shows 52.3 °F with the probe inserted into a taped opening on the metal duct surface.
Digital thermometer shows 52.3 °F with the probe inserted into a taped opening on the metal duct surface.
Contactor inside the condenser control compartment, showing coil terminals, line and load lugs, and multiple connected control wires.
Contactor inside the condenser control compartment, showing coil terminals, line and load lugs, and multiple connected control wires.
Close-up of a dust-covered blower wheel with visible accumulated dirt on the fan blades inside the housing.
Close-up of a dust-covered blower wheel with visible accumulated dirt on the fan blades inside the housing.
Close-up of an air conditioner condensate drain cleanout, showing standing water inside the PVC fitting.
Close-up of an air conditioner condensate drain cleanout, showing standing water inside the PVC fitting.
Dirty evaporator coil surface covered with heavy dust and debris buildup inside the air handler housing.
Dirty evaporator coil surface covered with heavy dust and debris buildup inside the air handler housing.
Close-up of an air conditioning evaporator coil, showing fins with accumulated dust and debris before cleaning.
Close-up of an air conditioning evaporator coil, showing fins with accumulated dust and debris before cleaning.
Technician rinses debris from the evaporator-style coil fins inside the outdoor unit housing during cleaning and maintenance.
Technician rinses debris from the evaporator-style coil fins inside the outdoor unit housing during cleaning and maintenance.
Technician rinses the outdoor condenser coil fins with water, flushing debris from the coil surface for improved airflow.
Technician rinses the outdoor condenser coil fins with water, flushing debris from the coil surface for improved airflow.
Dirty 20x30x1 air filter removed for replacement, showing accumulated dust on pleats and printed size specifications.
Dirty 20x30x1 air filter removed for replacement, showing accumulated dust on pleats and printed size specifications.
PVC condensate drain piping at an air handler cabinet on a rooftop, showing multiple tees and elbows with open standpipes.
PVC condensate drain piping at an air handler cabinet on a rooftop, showing multiple tees and elbows with open standpipes.
Used 20x30x1 pleated air filter removed from the return, showing heavy dust and debris loaded across the media.
Used 20x30x1 pleated air filter removed from the return, showing heavy dust and debris loaded across the media.
Evaporator coil fins after cleaning, showing uniform fin structure with remaining light surface oxidation and streaking.
Evaporator coil fins after cleaning, showing uniform fin structure with remaining light surface oxidation and streaking.
Dirty evaporator coil surface with heavy dust and residue buildup visible across the fins before cleaning.
Dirty evaporator coil surface with heavy dust and residue buildup visible across the fins before cleaning.
— Frequently Asked

Questions about this repair

What was the problem with the AC system in this West Glendale repair?

The homeowner requested evaporator coil cleaning and AC maintenance in West Glendale. The technician completed a comprehensive cleaning and inspected and tested all components, confirming they operated within normal ranges with no faults found.

Does AZ Perfect Comfort service West Glendale?

Yes. AZ Perfect Comfort services West Glendale and the greater Phoenix Metro area, including same-day repairs like this one. Call (602) 613-3489 to schedule.

Are these AC repairs guaranteed?

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