Air Conditioning Repairs

Air conditioning repairs are repairs done on your home’s cooling system to fix a problem that affects its performance. These repairs may include replacing or fixing a part, fixing a mechanical problem or cleaning and recharging your air conditioner. Some problems, such as an overheated compressor or an unresponsive thermostat, will require a professional repair technician to resolve. However, there are some simple troubleshooting steps you can take before calling for AC service to diagnose and solve a problem.

If your ac is running but not cooling your house, the first thing to do is check that it is getting power. Look for the power switch on the air handler inside your home, and on the outdoor unit if you have one. Make sure these are in the on position. Also, check your home’s electrical panel and make sure the circuit breakers that supply power to your ac are not tripped or blown.

Dirty air filters, dirty indoor evaporator coils or low refrigerant levels can cause your ac to work harder than usual. These are easy to troubleshoot and often cost less than an air conditioning replacement, so try these fixes before calling a professional.

What Are Air Conditioning Repairs?

If you are noticing that only some of the rooms in your home are being cooled, there may be a problem with the ductwork or an issue with the air conditioning repair itself. Depending on the problem, it could be as easy as changing out an air filter or as complicated as recalibrating a thermostat. It’s a good idea to keep up with routine maintenance, especially in the spring and fall.

Air conditioning systems use a special refrigerant called Freon to cool the air they blow into your home. If the lines that carry this chemical are leaking, you will need to have an air conditioning technician come out to fix it. The technician will likely need to repair or replace the leaky line, and then recharge your ac with new Freon to restore its function.

If your air conditioner is making loud, buzzing or rattling sounds, it is probably time to call in a professional for an AC inspection and repair. These noises can be caused by a variety of issues, including an undersized unit that struggles on hot or humid days, dirty evaporator coils, clogged ductwork and low refrigerant levels.

You can try to investigate the sound yourself by disconnecting the capacitor from the retaining bracket with an insulated screwdriver and touching it between the HERM (or “H”) and COMMON (or “C”) terminals. A discharged capacitor will emit a high-pitched sound. If you are comfortable with electrical wiring and can safely do it, you can also clean the coils and ductwork. Otherwise, leave this job to a professional. If you decide to hire a professional, be sure the technician inspects all the key components of your ac and suggests any necessary repairs or replacements.