When the summer hits and your start running your air conditioner more than usual, you might run into a few problems. Everyone is aware that running your air conditioner consumes a good deal of energy. Most are prepared for the monetary impact of this. However, the expense and discomfort of a non-functioning air conditioner can be completely unexpected. If your air conditioner stops working, you might be very uncomfortable in your own house. Also, you might end up paying a lot of money to have it repaired. A home AC repair specialist is not exactly the least expensive professional you can hire. So, if you want to avoid the cost, you might try to troubleshoot the problem yourself first. Here are a couple solutions you should try for some common problems.
AC Won’t Turn on
If your air conditioner doesn’t turn on, you might have a very small problem or a fairly large problem. You will only know once you take a few steps to figure it out. If the unit doesn’t come on, you should check the thermostat first. You will likely have an electronic thermostat. If the electronic thermostat is not turned on, you should turn it on. That is likely your problem. However, if it will not turn on, then you should replace the battery. If it doesn’t turn on after you replace the battery, you should call a home AC repair professional.
If your thermostat is turned on, but the unit still won’t come on, you should turn the device to the “ON” position. If your thermostat is set to “Automatic”, make sure that it is set lower than the ambient temperature. If none of this helps, you will want to call a professional.
Airflow Is Weak
If the airflow is weak, you might have a clogged air filter. The air conditioner works by sucking air from the room into the system, cooling it, and then blowing it out of the vents. For that purpose, there is an intake vent somewhere in your house. This is typically larger than the exhaust vents. Locate this vent, and open it. Inside is a fiberglass air filter. If the air filter appears dirty, replace it with a new one. A dirty air filter can reduce the amount of air taken into the system. This is pretty simple recurring maintenance that can help you avoid the need for home AC repair in the future.
If you replace the air filter and the flow is still weak, you might need to call a professional. This indicates you might have a problem with your actual unit.
Both of these problems are fairly common. They happen to almost every air conditioning unit at some point. Knowing the different ways to troubleshoot the problems can save you some money and time. To learn more about our services go to www.rockfordheating.com.
