Your air conditioner, whether it’s a central air conditioning system, a room unit, a ductless mini-split or some other kind, makes your home bearable during a hot summer. To do this, your AC needs to work harder than just about any other appliance. This makes it subject to problems. Fortunately, most of these problems can be fixed by an HVAC professional. Even better, many can be avoided if you take some precautions.
Dirty Air Filters
Dirty air filters not only make the AC work harder than it should and thus raise your energy bills, but they can also be responsible for a host of other problems. These include everything from bad indoor air quality to frozen evaporator coils. Replace or clean your air filters every three months or so or more often if you have a smoker or pets in the home.
Leaking Refrigerant
Refrigerant is the gas that allows the AC, after a complex process, to blow cold air. It is toxic, so if you think that it’s leaking, you need to call in a professional to fix it and replenish the refrigerant.
An AC That Won’t Turn On
There are several reasons why your AC won’t turn on. It could be as simple as a circuit breaker tripping. In that case, you could just turn the circuit breaker back on. However, you may need to find out why the circuit breaker tripped in the first place. The reason could be anything from a thunderstorm to using too many electrical devices at the same time.
Another reason why your AC won’t work might be problems with the condenser. The condenser might simply be unplugged. Clogged air filters, once again, might be the culprit. There may also be problems with the thermostat, your AC’s drain lines might be clogged, or the evaporator coils may have frozen.
The Blower Motor
A faulty blower mower is another common problem for an air conditioner. Time can make components in the blower come loose or cause its wiring to fray or burn out. Repairing the blower motor is a job for a professional.
Weird Noises
Weird noises from the AC can have a variety of causes. An HVAC professional can find the root of the problem, such as a loose fan blades, leaking ducts or a faulty compressor. When these problems are fixed, the alarming noises should go away.
Call Us for Air Conditioner Repair
Remember that the best way to stave off having to call a pro for air conditioning repair is good, timely maintenance. But if the day comes when you need AC repair, get in touch with our professionals at Paragon Mechanical of Arlington Heights, IL.
