Demand for air-con repair and servicing soars as Singapore swelters

DEMAND for air-conditioning repair and servicing has soared alongside temperatures, with companies in Singapore gaining clients and receiving up to 50 per cent more same-day requests.

As households ramp up air-conditioning usage to combat the heat, the increased wear and tear causes more breakdowns – and thus more servicing requests – in subsequent weeks, industry players said.

Under normal usage, the recommendation is for air-conditioning units to be serviced every three to four months. During servicing, units are taken apart, cleaned of dust and debris, and checked for signs of mould or damage, said Kevin Tan, sole proprietor of Aircon Astiquer.