How Often Should You Clean Your Aircon?

The Short Answer

For most Philippine homes: every 3 months. If you use your aircon more than 8 hours a day, or live near a dusty road, do it every 2 months.

Why It Matters More Here

The Philippines is hot and humid year-round, which means most Filipinos run their aircon almost daily. Add Metro Manila's pollution or Laguna's industrial areas, and your filters get clogged fast — faster than the manufacturer's manual (written for temperate climates) assumes.

A dirty aircon:

• Uses 15–30% more electricity
• Cools less effectively (warm air even on "18°C")
• Puts strain on the compressor, shortening its life
• Can grow mold inside the unit, which blows into your room

Cleaning Schedule by Usage

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What Gets Cleaned

A proper professional cleaning covers:

1. Filters — washed, not just wiped

2. Evaporator coil — the cold side inside your room

3. Blower fan — most technicians skip this; we don't

4. Drain line — flushed to prevent overflow and water damage

5. Condenser coil — the outdoor unit

6. Refrigerant pressure check — to catch leaks early

Can I Clean It Myself?

You can remove and wash the filters yourself — do this monthly between professional cleanings. But the coil, blower, and drain line require the unit to be partially disassembled. A DIY attempt done wrong can damage the fins or introduce moisture where it shouldn't go.

The Cost of Skipping

A professional cleaning costs ₱500–₱800 per unit. A compressor replacement costs ₱5,000–₱15,000. Skip enough cleanings and the math becomes obvious.

Book your cleaning today — GoClean serves Laguna, Cavite, Metro Manila, and Rizal.