Temperatures may have cooled off to some extent this past week, but you know as well as we do that you’re going to need your air conditioner to function as efficiently and effectively as its meant to for the coming months. That means that if your air conditioner is struggling at all to do its job, now is the best time to call for Wesley Chapel, FL AC services.
What can you expect when your service professional comes out? Well, it depends on what sort of trouble you’re having with your cooling unit. For example, if it’s blowing out air but it doesn’t feel as cold as you think it should, you may have a refrigerant leak. Or if it’s making a loud and unfamiliar noise, there could be a loose part within it. Keep reading to learn about some of the common reasons an air conditioner may malfunction.
Refrigerant Leak
As we mentioned above, your air conditioner might be losing refrigerant, if you find that it’s not cooling as it should. Many homeowners mistakenly believe that refrigerant dissipates like fuel, and that it needs to be refilled—recharged—on a routine basis. This is not the case though. If you are losing refrigerant, then there is a leak somewhere in the system. The leak must be located and repaired at the source to ensure that you don’t experience this problem again.
Dirty Air Filter
The air filter that comes standard with your HVAC system is there to protect the inside components from dirt, dust, and other debris. When it becomes too clogged, it restricts airflow and causes your air conditioner to have to work too hard—leading to increased wear and tear and other AC problems. Your air filter should be changed at least every three months during heavy periods of use, and once a month if you have significant contaminants in your home such as pet hair and dander, or cigarette smoke.
Aging System
As your air conditioner ages, even if you keep up on professional air conditioning maintenance each year—twice a year if you have a heat pump, it accumulates natural wear and tear to the point that repairs will only last so long before another service call is needed. If your air conditioner is over a decade old and you find that you need repairs every few months, it may very likely be time for an AC system upgrade.
Ensure Cooling System Efficiency with These Steps
The above-mentioned factors are just a few of the possible reasons for air conditioning trouble. To ensure that your cooling system has a long life and provides you with the comfort you desire, be sure to invest in regular maintenance, and take steps to improve your system’s efficiency. Some of these steps include:
- Ensuring that your thermostat is working and correctly reading the temperature in your home.
- Upgrading your thermostat to a programmable model.
- Having your ducts checked and sealed to ensure no air is escaping into unoccupied spaces.
- Improving your home’s insulation to reduce heat gain from outdoors.
- Limiting the use of heat-producing appliances during the hottest points of the day.
Contact IERNA’s Heating & Cooling today for quality air conditioner repairs and services.