Quick Answer

Before summer, service every AC unit (filters, coils, drains, refrigerant), check water tanks, pumps and heaters, inspect electrical boards for loose or overheating connections, and check the roof and waterproofing. Doing it in spring avoids waiting weeks for repairs in July.

Riyadh summers push every system in a villa to its limit. Air conditioners run for months, rooftop tanks heat up, and electrical boards carry their highest loads of the year. Most summer breakdowns are predictable, and most can be prevented with a few hours of maintenance in spring.

Air conditioning

  • Clean or replace filters in every indoor unit
  • Clean outdoor condenser coils, which collect dust and sand
  • Clear condensate drain lines to prevent leaks onto ceilings
  • Check refrigerant levels and that each room reaches its set temperature
  • Listen for noisy fans or compressors, an early sign of failure
Villa master bedroom with air conditioning
Bedrooms are where an AC failure is felt first.

Water tanks, pumps and heaters

  • Inspect and clean rooftop and underground tanks
  • Check pump pressure, noise and float switches
  • Check water heaters for leaks and correct thermostat settings
  • Look for damp patches that point to hidden leaks

Electrical

  • Have distribution boards inspected for loose or discoloured connections
  • Test the residual-current protection
  • Check that AC circuits are not overloaded
  • Replace failing lights and check outdoor lighting and sockets
Villa kitchen and dining area
Kitchens need plumbing and electrical checks before summer.

Roof, waterproofing and exterior

  • Check roof waterproofing and drains before the heat cracks weak spots
  • Seal gaps around windows and doors to keep dust and heat out
  • Check shading, pergolas and outdoor seating fixings

Interior finishes

Heat and dryness can open joints in timber and gypsum. Check doors, joinery and ceilings, and see our tips for maintaining interior finishes.

When to call a professional

Refrigerant, electrical boards and pumps should be handled by qualified technicians. A villa annual maintenance contract covers all of this on a schedule, with a pre-summer AC service built in. Renovating instead? See villa renovation.

FAQ

In spring, before temperatures peak, so any repairs are done before demand for technicians rises in summer.

At least once a year, and checked for leaks and pump problems before summer.