It’s a scenario every Singaporean dreads. The in-laws are coming for dinner this weekend, the weather is sweltering, and the moment you switch on the aircon, a stream of warm, stale air trickles out. To make matters worse, a water leak starts to stain your wall.
In this moment of panic, you face a choice. You can frantically search online for a technician and pay a one-time (ad-hoc) fee, hoping the service is reliable. Or, you can make a quick call to the company that holds your annual servicing contract. This leads to the question we hear all the time at Vedha: “Is it worth paying for an aircon contract every year, or am I just wasting money?”
The desire to save money is understandable. But this isn’t about saving a few dollars today. It’s about avoiding a massive, unexpected bill tomorrow. Let’s break down the real costs and benefits to see why a contract is one of the smartest investments for your home.
Contract vs. Pay-Per-Use
Let’s think of this in simple terms. Ad-hoc servicing is like taking a taxi—you pay for each ride when you need it. A servicing contract is like a public transport season pass—you pay a flat fee for regular, scheduled trips all year.
For Singapore’s climate, quarterly servicing (four times a year) is recommended to keep your system healthy. Here’s how the costs stack up in 2025:
| No. of Fan Coil Units (FCUs) | Total Annual Cost (4 Ad-hoc Services) | Avg. Annual Contract Price (Quarterly) | Annual Savings with Contract |
| 2 Units | S$240 | S$220 | S$20 |
| 3 Units | S$320 | S$280 | S$40 |
| 4 Units | S$400 | S$340 | S$60 |
While the initial savings look modest, the real story is in the hidden costs. Opting for a “pay-when-it-breaks” approach is a financial gamble. Saving S280 on a contract might seem prudent, but that saving vanishes when you′re hit with a S400 repair bill six months later.
The True Price of “Saving” Money
Regular servicing isn’t just “cleaning”; it’s essential preventive maintenance that stops small issues from becoming catastrophic failures. Here are the most common—and expensive—breakdowns caused by a lack of regular care:
| Common Preventable Fault | Technician’s Explanation | Estimated Ad-hoc Repair Cost (2025) | Annual Contract Cost (for 3 units) |
| PCB Board Failure | The aircon’s “brain” short-circuits from dust & moisture. | S200−S450+ | ~S$280 |
| Fan Motor Burnout | The motor overheats from the strain of turning a dirty blower. | S120−S250 | ~S$280 |
| Major Water Leak | A clogged drain pipe overflows, damaging walls and floors. | S70−S150 (plus re-painting) | ~S$280 |
| Compressor Malfunction | The system’s “heart” fails from working overtime due to dirty coils. | S300−S600+ | ~S$280 |
As the data clearly shows, a single major repair can easily cost more than a multi-year servicing contract. On top of this, a dirty, inefficient aircon can consume 10-20% more electricity, adding an “invisible” S$120 or more to your yearly SP bill—money that could have paid for half your contract.
The “Kiasu” Benefits: More Than Just Dollars and Cents
Beyond the powerful financial case, a contract offers peace of mind that every Singaporean homeowner values.
- Priority Service: During peak periods like a heatwave or the pre-Chinese New Year rush, the wait for an ad-hoc technician can be a week or more. Contract customers are given priority scheduling, letting you jump the queue when you need help the most.
- A Healthier Home: Your aircon doesn’t just cool; it filters the air your family breathes. This is critical during the haze season, when harmful PM2.5 particles get trapped in your unit. Regular servicing ensures your aircon circulates clean, healthy air, not pollutants that can aggravate asthma or allergies.
- Peace of Mind: A contract means you have a stable, professional relationship with a trusted, BCA-registered company. It eliminates the anxiety and uncertainty of gambling on an unknown technician from a flyer or a random online search.
The Vedha Verdict: An Investment in Prevention
A new aircon system is a S4,000+ investment. A S300 annual contract is a small price to pay to protect that asset, extend its lifespan, and ensure it runs efficiently.
The data is clear: for the vast majority of homeowners, an aircon servicing contract is not an expense, but a financially sound investment in prevention, efficiency, and peace of mind. It transforms the risk of a huge, unexpected bill into a predictable, manageable cost.
Ready to stop gambling and start saving? Protect your investment and your family’s comfort. Call Vedha Construction at 96540044 today to learn about our transparent and affordable aircon servicing contracts.
We specialize in Aircon installation, repair, and service. We have all type & model of recon compressor, full set & fancoil. Our technicians are highly proficient in their respective field and repairs and fixes aircon of various brands.
