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Everyone who lives in Texas knows how hot the summers can get. Because of this, during the summer months, your air conditioning system becomes the most important appliance in your Arlington, TX home. If your air conditioning system experiences a complete breakdown, it will be very difficult to get comfortable in your home. The best way to prevent this from happening is to be able to recognize the signs that you need to call a professional in air conditioning repair. If you can detect a minor problem early, you can have it repaired before it becomes a major issue.
Warm Air Coming from the Vents
On a hot summer day, you expect to feel cold air coming from the vents in your home. If you are feeling warm air, don’t call for air conditioning repair just yet. First, you need to check the thermostat. Make sure that it is switched to cooling mode. Also, make sure that you have the thermostat set lower than the temperature in the house. If each of these things checks out, then it is time to call a professional. The problem could be due to restricted airflow, or there could be a problem with the compressor. This is not something that you should do a DIY job. It is best to call a professional to diagnose the problem and make the necessary repairs. The sooner you call for air conditioning repair, the sooner your home will be cool again.
Insufficient Airflow
If you aren’t getting the airflow that you need in your Arlington, TX home, it could be caused by a few different things. First, there could be a blockage in the air ducts that is making it difficult for the air to move through the ductwork and out the vents. The issue could also be a clogged air filter or a broken motor. When you call for air conditioning repair, the tech will inspect the until to find out what is causing the problem.
Then tech might tell you that your system may be too small for the size of the home. In cases like this, it can be challenging to keep the whole house cool. In cases like this, the tech might recommend replacing the air conditioner or zoning systems.
Frequent Cycles
It is not uncommon for your air conditioning system to go through regular cooling cycles. When it is especially hot outside, the system may need to cycle more frequently; however, it shouldn’t cycle on and off continuously. If this is happening, it is time to call a professional in air conditioning repair. In most cases, the tech can fix the issue with a simple tune-up. The worst-case scenario is that your air conditioning system has reached its maximum lifespan, and it is time for a replacement.
High Humidity in the House
When it is very humid outside, it can make it feel as though it is 10 degrees hotter than it actually is. Just because it is humid out, it doesn’t mean that it should be humid inside. Your air conditioner is designed to keep the humidity down in the home. If you find that it is humid inside your Arlington, TX home, it means that your air conditioner isn’t functioning correctly, and you may need to call a professional in air conditioning repair.
In some cases, the issue can be resolved simply by having the air conditioner re-calibrated. If this doesn’t work, the tech will check for other issues. The tech may suggest installing a whole-house dehumidifier, but this would be the worst-case scenario.
Leaking Around the Unit
Your air conditioning system relies on refrigerant to keep your home cool. When the unit is running, it will produce condensation. You should never see condensation leaking in the house. If you do, it is time to call a professional in air conditioning repair. Any time there is pooling water, it means that there is an active leak and should not be ignored. Over time, a leak can cause structural damage to your home and damage to the contents inside your home.
If it is refrigerant leaking from your unit, you have an even bigger problem. Coolant is toxic and can be very harmful to children or pets if they get into the spill. It can also be damaging to plant life outside the home. If you have an older air conditioner, it likely runs on R-22 Freon. This is a problem because this type of Freon has been phased out for the last decade. If the air conditioning repair tech can get their hands on R-22 Freon to replace what leaked, it will cost a lot of money since it is now very scarce. Chances are, the tech won’t be able to find it at all. In this case, the tech might suggest that you replace your system with a newer model that doesn’t rely on R-22.
Foul Smells
If you notice a foul smell when you turn on your air conditioner, you should call for air conditioning repair as soon as possible. There are a few things that could be causing the smell and a few potential remedies. You may need a simple tune-up, or you might need to have the entire system cleaned. The source of the odor could lie within the air ducts. It would take a licensed tech to determine the cause of the smell.
Strange Sounds
It is normal for your air conditioner to make some noise when it powers up and powers down. However, if you hear any unusual sounds, you should call a professional immediately. Rattling or buzzing sounds indicate a loose part. A whistling or grinding sound signifies something more serious. As soon as you hear the sounds, you need to call a professional if you don’t want to experience a complete breakdown.
If you are having any issues with your air conditioner, contact Minuteman Heating and Air. We will send a highly-skilled tech to your home to diagnose the cause of the problem and make the necessary repairs. To schedule an appointment, give us a call today.