Quick Signs That an AC Needs Attention
While winter tries to get its last digs in, homeowners are looking forward to summer. While springs are mild, summertime temperatures can be hot enough to send people scrambling back inside in search of air conditioning. Unfortunately, for too many people, they will go back inside to find that they need AC repairs.
To prevent the awful feeling of not having a functioning air conditioner, take this advice from a local AC repair company.
Inadequate Cooling and Poor Airflow
Maybe it’s the first day of the cooling season, and someone at the house notices that the air is still warmer than it should be. This is a common problem that is experienced by many people this time of year. The causes of inadequate cooling or poor airflow can be:- Refrigerant leaks
- Low refrigerant levels
- Obstruction in ductwork
- Failing blower fans
- Clogged air filters
By getting routine maintenance or calling for emergency AC repair, homeowners can prevent or quickly respond to problems that may arise in the spring. This can prevent inconvenient issues from occurring as temperatures soar.
Water Leaks
In the regular operation of an air conditioner, it is normal for it to produce water as warm, moist air flows across the cooled coils. Under normal conditions, the water that’s removed from the air simply flows down a drain and is never seen. However, in the Dayton area, air conditioners get some time off in the winter when the heater is running. This can allow dust to accumulate in the drain pan and piping. When the air conditioner is started in the spring, the first flush of condensation that comes off the coils can cause the dust to clog the drain piping. This will lead to water flowing out of the air conditioning unit and, in many cases, will stop the air conditioner from running.
Preseason maintenance is key to preventing this from happening. While the fix for a clogged drain line is simple, it can be expensive to call an AC repair company out for such an easily preventable repair. A better option is to have an AC professional look at the equipment early in the season and prevent the problem from occurring together.
New Noises
While it may be difficult to remember exactly what the AC sounded like last year, it is important to pay attention to new, unusual noises. New noises are almost always an indicator that something has gone wrong. New noises may come in the form of:
- Grinding: An indication that a bearing has gone bad or something is rubbing against something else
- Screeching: Worn or loose belts are the common cause.
- Humming: This could be an indicator of an electrical problem.
- No Noise At All: A serious indicator that a thermostat is bad or a start capacitor fails to start the condenser.
Fast AC repair is essential to keep problems from getting worse. Call for help as soon as problems become apparent.
About Ed Rike Plumbing, Heating, & Air
Ed Rike Plumbing, Heating, & Air is a residential and commercial air conditioning contractor in Dayton, OH. Their experienced technicians have over 70 years of combined service. Because they charge by the job and not by the hour, their customers can count on reliable service.
