Air conditioners are a great asset, keeping a home comfortable in the summer. However, like all appliances, they must occasionally undergo repairs and maintenance. Here are several common situations that can arise.
Dirty Filter
One problem that you can experience with an air conditioner is a dirty filter. Signs that this is the case include reduced airflow, increased power bills, and a worsening in air quality. If the filter is clogged, the air conditioner will work extra hard to pull air through it, which is what causes a spike in energy usage.
To avoid this, the filters must be cleaned or replaced regularly. The appropriate time frame depends on factors such as the type of filters, the frequency of use of the air conditioner, and the level of pollutants in your house that need to be filtered.
Refrigerant Leak
Another problem you may need help with is a refrigerant leak. The refrigerant runs through the coils that connect the indoor and outdoor parts of the air conditioner, and it's responsible for absorbing the heat in the air in your home. If there is a leak in the coils, the refrigerant will absorb heat less efficiently, which means the air flowing back into your room will be warmer.
Another sign of a refrigerant leak is noise coming from the compressor unit. Due to the leak, this component will struggle to circulate the refrigerant, so it will overwork and emit strange sounds. You should get a refrigerant leak fixed promptly, as it could lead to the compressor overheating.
Faulty Thermostat
If you notice inconsistent temperatures in your home, the thermostat in the air conditioner may be faulty. The thermostat monitors the temperature in a space and turns the air conditioner on and off or up and down to maintain the target temperature. But it won't be able to do this effectively if it can't accurately read the room temperature because it's faulty. If this is the case, the air conditioning will turn on and off at the wrong times. A faulty thermostat can also cause the system to run constantly, leading to other problems related to overuse.
Blocked Condensor Coils
The condenser coils on the outdoor unit release the heat the system has collected from your home. A fan blows over the coils, and the heat floats away. However, if the coils are covered in dirt, dust and grime, the heat can get trapped within the coils rather than emanating into the atmosphere. This causes problems for the air conditioner, which may not effectively cool the indoor air. An air conditioning repair technician can fix this problem of blocked condenser coils by cleaning the gunk off them and fixing and replacing any damaged parts.
Contact a local company to learn more about air conditioning repair.
