07/12/2024
The 3 Most Common Air Conditioner Issues
As the weather gets warmer in Arlington Heights, Illinois, your air conditioner will become even more important for home comfort. It is important, therefore, that you take care of your air conditioner to prevent any problems.
Understanding common AC issues that homeowners face, like your AC blowing hot air or making strange sounds, can prepare you in the event something goes wrong. Here are three of the most common air conditioner issues.
Your AC Blows Warm Air
If your air conditioner seems to be blowing hot air, the issue might be a refrigerant leak or frozen evaporator coils. Both situations limit your AC’s capacity to cool the air and need to be fixed immediately.
Some causes of a refrigerant leak include a worn-out valve or overworked unit, while frozen evaporator coils could be caused by too much dirt or condensation.
Your AC Takes a Long Time to Cool Your Home
If your AC takes an unusually long time to get your home to the desired temperature, you may have any one of the following issues: a dirty evaporator, refrigerant leak, dirty air filter, blocked vent, or load imbalance.
Each of the above possibilities requires a different solution and an expert assessment, but some preventive measures you can take include changing your filter regularly and keeping your registers open to prevent disruptions in your airflow.
Your AC Is Making Strange Noises
There are some sounds that are typical for an AC and others that signal a malfunction or other damage. Loud sounds upon startup or shutdown are fairly common, but if there’s anything else that sounds weird to you, it could point to an unsealed vent, loose parts, or a unit that’s on its last leg. Your technician will be able to isolate the source of the sound and diagnose what’s wrong.
At Tempco Heating & Air Conditioning Co., we are experienced in handling a range of HVAC problems. So if you notice any of the above issues, give us a call today at (847) 670-7000. We offer emergency repair service and an annual preventative tuneup to keep your system running reliably and efficiently.