We’ve all been there. It’s late at night, your air conditioner is starting to freak out, and you’re frantically searching online for the root of the problem. You’re breezing through blog post after blog post, noticing that things are just stressing you out even more and you don’t know what’s a rare issue, or what’s a more common one that you’re likely experiencing. We don’t envy you.
However, we do want to help you. It’s very likely that your air conditioner is suffering from one of the most common problems we see that we’ve listed below. Sure, your system could be in a unique position where it’s suffering from a rare issue, but that will still require a professional to address it anyways. So, when it comes to air conditioning in Roseland, NJ, you’re better off calling for professional help when you can.
In the meantime, here are some of the common problems that we see in air conditioners.
A Refrigerant Leak
Refrigerant leaks can be apparent through a lot of problems. The reason why we’re mentioning it is because it shows up in many forms but is always a problem that requires professional help. Your AC could be running poorly, costing more, and making strange noises that all signal to it leaking refrigerant. There’s a very high chance that this is the culprit behind your dissatisfaction with your AC.
Clogged Air Filter
Your air filter needs to be changed out every 1-3 months depending on how heavily you use your AC. The longer you wait between air filter changes, the more likely you are to experience problems that come from this. Your system could start overheating or consuming more energy as it struggles to get fresh air from the intake duct.
Electrical Problem
Our air conditioners consume a lot of energy, which is why they need to be appropriately set up to our home electrical systems. If you’re noticing that the system keeps shutting off, it’s making a buzzing noise, or it’s constantly tripping the circuits in your home, then you need to call for professional help. You’re likely dealing with an electrical issue.
Efficiency Issues
Your AC should be able to cool your home at a reasonable cost. If you’re seeing an uptick in your monthly energy bills, then there could be something wrong that needs to be repaired. Don’t let this high cost for comfort be the new normal!
Lukewarm Air
On a hot day, if you’re putting your hand near the air vents and only feeling lukewarm or even warm air, then something is clearly wrong. A variety of problems could be causing this, but all of these issues need to be addressed by a professional.
Short Cycling
Short cycling is when your air conditioner runs in short, frequent cycles that cause it to inadequately cool your home and suck up too much energy. If you’re noticing this, then you need to call for help. This is a serious problem that could lead to an early breakdown if you’re not careful.
Complete Breakdown
Lastly, if your air conditioner just isn’t working at all, then it needs to be fixed. There is a long list of problems that could have caused this, but we promise we’ll locate the exact issue and fix the root of the problem.
It’s time to fix your AC by calling MarGo Plumbing Heating Cooling Inc. today!