Did you know the average homeowner spends between $165 to $507 for a common AC repair?
Did you also know you could probably AC troubleshoot for much less?
Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with three common issues you could be having with your AC and how you can fix it.
Dirty Filters
You’ve heard of AC filters, right? Well, dirty filters are one of the most common reasons your air conditioner isn’t working correctly.
When your filter is dirty, the flow of air is reduced and can potentially cause your air conditioner to freeze.
If it’s a filter issue, then it’s probably a clogged or dirty filter. The manufacturers suggest how often you should be changing your air filter. It could be monthly, every couple of months, or you could have a reusable filter and should be cleaning it once it gets dirty.
Have you ever noticed light peaking through a piece of fabric? Well, this is precisely how you can tell if your AC filter is dirty and needs cleaning or to be replaced. If the light is not passing through, it’s time to clean or replace, and that should solve your problem.
If the light passes through your filter when you hold up, then that’s not your problem, and you should start looking for another potential culprit.
Unit Freeze Up
Since dirty filters are among the most common problems, they also cause issues for other parts of your air conditioner.
When you have dirty filters, they can cause dirty coils from improper filtering or even allow for ice to form on the coils, which freezes up your unit. Ice forms because of weak airflow in your system.
Suppose the filter is clean and not causing the unit issue, then you should check your refrigerant. The refrigerant could be low and cause a refrigerant charge.
You or a technician will have to thaw the frozen coils to resume proper air conditioner functions.
Drainage Issues
In Florida, drain lines are a significant issue when they get clogged and overflow.
When air conditioners cool, it results in condensation that flows away. However, when there’s a clog in the unit, the condensation could build up and overflow. Since we’re in Florida and humidity is high, this is a common issue for moisture back up.
Humidity in your system will cause dampness inside and affect the performance of your air conditioner and or other parts in the system.
You’ll have to have a technician check all the lines to clear clogs and treat other potential issues that could cause future clogs or leaks.
So What Do You Think Of AC Troubleshooting?
Air conditions come with an array of potential issues like many other appliances and machines. Hopefully, we have given you three examples of simple problems that could help keep your air conditioner at peak performance.
Knowing the most common ac repairs could cut down on service costs from technicians, or provide the knowledge for you to repair it yourself.
Next time you’re considering AC troubleshooting check out Romeo Air Conditioning as a skilled and honest resource for all your air conditioning needs.