Like all other appliances, your Air conditioning machine to requires a little care to deliver optimum performance. It’s the AC that has not been kept in the right condition which forces it to struggle more during summer seasons.
But to ensure you don’t lose your cool during the hottest days of summer, we’ve highlighted some central AC repair tips to help you solve the problem.
The following AC troubleshooting tips will surely help the next time you’re having AC problems. Check the areas to make your AC keep running at peak all summer.
Is your filter dirty and clogged?
It doesn’t matter what type of air conditioner you have a congested filter limits the air circulation while reducing the efficiency or ability to cool. If you haven’t yet cleaned the filer in your window, make sure check that regularly. For your central AC system, to work, you must check the filter manufacturer suggestion as to when you need to replace it with a new one. Filters last from three to twelve months.
So, keep in mind, if your system is constantly running, or if you have pets at your home, you need to replace the filters often
Your central AC won’t turn on?
If you’re not able to turn on your AC instantly, even after the thermostat indicates the requirement for cooling. Consider taking a look on the main electric and the secondary panels of the circuits for a fallen breaker or fused circuit. If you see that there is a problem, retune the wave by turning it off and then turning it on again, or substituting the fuse. A central AC can be connected to a steadfast circuit of 240 volt.
If the wave keeps tripping, consider a shortage in the machine, either in the capacitor compressor, or motor. For the best results, get a central AC repair professional to navigate through the problem and solve it.
Is your thermostat placed on the right setting?
If you have a smart automated thermostat, you can more easily manage the temperature in your home, so that it provides you comfort when you’re there and gives you warmth when you’re not. However, if you find your thermostat is not working correctly, it may not be able to convey your AC to turn on. At the same time if you see that even after setting your thermostat at the lowest temperature, the system is still not getting started. It’s likely time to contact your HVAC repair professionals, who will fix or replace the thermostat.
The old and dial type thermostat is more prone to calibration issues, but sometimes the new programmable thermostats are not that easy to operate. So, while doing central AC troubleshooting, consult your thermostat manual to ensure you have set your thermostat accurately.
Are your registers clogged and dirty?
If you have a blocked air heating and cooling system, it is important to clean the registers to remove all the build-up dust. Ensure that the furniture and other objects are not blocking the movement of air through the registers.
Are plantations overcrowding the compressor?
The outdoor compressor for central air needs sufficient air circulation to work appropriately. Thus, it is important to ensure that there’s at least a distance of 2to 3 feet from the compressor. There must be at least 5 feet of clearance distance in between the top unit and the trees above.
Is there a problem in the capacitor or the contactor?
Before, you make any decision, make sure whether the problem is in the capacitor or the contactor.
If you hear some clicking sound followed by humming or buzzing, it’s probably the fan motor attempting to start without any help from the capacitor. You can almost conclude that capacitor has stopped working. Sometimes, you may try to start the compressor by spinning the fan pushing it with a thin stick or a screwdriver poking it through the grille.
Chances could be good, but it would work only for one cycle and the capacitor is likely to fail the next time you switch on the AC. The best idea is to call the central AC repair servicemen and replace the capacitor.
If the compressor clicks when you switch on the thermostat, bit doesn’t make any humming or buzzing sound, it’s the contactor that’s needed to be replaced.
Do you have your Central AC checked annually?
Getting an inspection done by an HVAC professional can detect any serious problems before they worsen and leave you stressed with it. The professional will review all the moving parts, along with the refrigerant and replace the system if needed.
So, if you’ve already tried all the above-mentioned troubleshooting ways, but still experiencing central AC issues, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We’ll send over our best professionals who can detect and repair your central AC instantly.
