Rising demand for air-conditioner servicing has been observed in Singapore amid worsening haze and sustained hot weather, prompting increased job postings for air-conditioner technicians and greater customer inquiries. The surge in demand has been particularly notable since September, when the Pollutant Standards Index (PSI) first reached unhealthy levels.
Data from home services platform StringsSG showed a marked increase in air-con servicing requests in September, with 792 requests recorded—nearly three times the 297 requests from the same month in 2025. Demand continued to climb in early October, with requests from October 1 to 10 already 23% higher than the corresponding period last year. According to StringsSG co-founder Sushil Acharya, customer acquisition efficiency also improved significantly in September, with the number of service requests generated per marketing dollar rising by 64% compared to August.
Service providers across residential and commercial sectors have reported similar trends. Wira Aircon Services’ sales operations manager, Rafiuddin Ismail, said the company experienced about a 30% increase in new customers as the haze persisted and temperatures remained high. He noted that many clients, including hotels, offices, and retail outlets, have been seeking servicing not due to equipment failures but to address insufficient cooling performance. Additionally, homeowners who had not been using their air-conditioning units regularly are now requesting maintenance checks in anticipation of more frequent use, particularly during nighttime.
Similarly, Aircon Uncle’s operations manager Jeremy Chong described a roughly 20% rise in customer engagement, driven by increased dependence on air conditioning in Singapore’s climate and a growing recognition of the benefits of regular servicing to prevent breakdowns. A spokesperson for iAircon Singapore, identified as "Uncle Eric," reported a 15% to 20% increase in servicing demand, with many customers’ blower fans and filters fouled by dirt accumulation. The company benefits from many customers subscribing to annual maintenance packages with quarterly servicing, allowing them to closely monitor unit cleanliness.
The technician job market has also reflected the increased demand. FastJobs founder and CEO Julian Tan noted that air-con technician job postings have more than doubled during the last quarter, although total postings remain below the levels recorded in the corresponding period of 2025. Tan highlighted challenges in recruitment, with some agencies scaling back due to difficulties in finding suitable candidates. As a result, many air-conditioning and maintenance companies are opting to hire technicians directly, leading to nearly double the number of roles posted by employers compared to last year.
Despite the heightened demand, industry players reported that service prices have remained stable and that hiring plans are cautious. Rafiuddin of Wira Aircon Services said their current staffing—two teams of four technicians each—can meet client needs for the time being. He emphasized the importance of recruiting technicians with the right skills and experience, noting that hiring incurs significant costs.
Meanwhile, the Singapore Institute of Technology indicated that enrollment in air-conditioning-related courses has stayed generally steady in recent years. Approximately 40 learners annually pursue continuing education programs in Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) and HVAC Audit and Analysis. Participants represent a range of ages, including younger individuals under 30 seeking to enhance their technical expertise in HVAC systems and energy performance.
The ongoing haze and warm conditions appear to be sustaining heightened demand for air-conditioning services in Singapore, intensifying the need for skilled technicians amid recruitment challenges and a focus on maintaining service quality.