Hello World! Welcome Friends! During summer in Virginia Beach, air conditioners are lifesavers as they help regulate indoor temperature and provide succor from the unbearable heat. So, it’s quite easy to understand what a pain it can be when your air conditioner breaks down, and even worse when it does so without warning.
But before you dive into the internal anatomy of your air conditioner you should know if it’s best to replace it or repair it. The average lifespan of an AC unit is about 10 to 15 years. If your air conditioning system has made it well past that mark before breaking down, you might want to consider a total replacement instead. Of course, if your unit is significantly less than 10 then you should get it fixed. Your decision at the end of the day depends on that status of the AC itself and the severity of the damage. Some of the common Problems you might encounter with your cooling unit and their simple fixes include: You can read this article https://www.angieslist.com/articles/it-time-repair-or-replace-my-air-conditioner.htm before you make a decision whether to buy a new AC or repair your unit.
1. Your AC blows hot air
Nothing is worse than an AC that doesn’t cool, except maybe an AC that blows hot air. There could be several reasons your AC isn’t cooling properly. It could be due to a broken compressor or a dirty air filter
How to fix it
A dirty filter is a relatively easy fix, the filter should be cleaned regularly to remove all the dirt and debris that build up and block the flow of air. A broken compressor can be caused by many things including low refrigerant. Dirty or hot condenser coils can also prevent your AC from cooling. If the cooling problem isn’t fixed by cleaning the dirty filter, then you’ll have to seek out professional help to have a bad compressor replaced.
2. Your air conditioner makes odd noises
An air conditioner that makes odd noises can be quite annoying especially when you’re trying to catch an afternoon nap or turn out the light for the night. A working air conditioner should be silent or at most make a quiet humming sound, anything more than that could indicate a problem even if it isn’t loud.
How to fix it
Before you open up the AC you should be aware of what kind of sounds you are hearing. A screeching sound usually indicates there’s a problem with the belt and it might need to be replaced or aligned properly. A grating sound is more often due to problems with the motor and may require professional assistance. You should try to isolate where the noise is coming from, inspect for any abnormalities that indicate a piece has fallen out of place and cautiously remove, align or replace it. Thankfully, whatever damage has been done can often be reversed by a Virginia Beach AC repair expert and your air conditioner can go right back to providing the much needed cooling effect you require.
3. The air conditioner is not cooling
There could be instances where the air conditioner unit doesn’t seem to be working and even though it’s on, it’s barely better than a fan. A couple of things that could cause this are a bad condenser, a dirty furnace filter or problems with the condenser coil
How to fix it
A lot of problems with your AC can be fixed by proper maintenance which includes keeping the filter and condenser coils clean. The next step would be to ensure your thermostat is properly calibrated or turn it down by just a few degrees. If the easy steps don’t work, then you can consider more drastic fixes like testing the fuses and capacitors. If none of those works, then you’ll need to get some professional backup.
Conclusion
While some problems with your AC could present with easy fixes, not all will and in those cases it’s always better to seek the help of highly trained professionals to avoid hazards. Not every problem is fit for your next DIY project, so don’t hesitate to replace an old or irreversibly damaged unit and ensure proper and adequate maintenance of your AC for a chilled summer. Also, be sure to look for authentic and competent repair experts. Don’t get scammed, click here for some tips for avoiding common AC repair scams.
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