Premier Heating and Air Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Air Conditioning System Repair’

Troubleshooting Steps to Try on Your AC Before Calling for Repairs

Monday, August 19th, 2024
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The late summer often has some of the most brutal temperatures of the year. You don’t want to have your AC fail on you or struggle to provide the level of cooling you need when the outdoor temperature is mounting and the humidity feels overwhelming. 

Unfortunately, ACs can often fail during the intense heat, especially older units or ones that haven’t received regular maintenance. The best way to cure an ill air conditioner is to contact our technicians for air conditioner repair in Maysville. But you may not have an AC as sick as you believe. Before you reach out to us, you can go through several troubleshooting steps to see if there’s a simple cure for your AC’s problems.

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Why Is My AC Running All the Time?

Monday, August 19th, 2024
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You can expect your air conditioning system to run more often when the outdoor temperature rises. But there’s a difference between an AC running often because it’s needed and running almost all the time. Air conditioning systems are designed to work in cooling cycles that continue until the thermostat has registered that the AC has hit the target temperature on the thermostat, after which the unit will cycle down for a stretch. Most cooling cycles will last 10 to 15 minutes, with a similar period in between cycles.

If your AC is running much longer than 15 minutes and seems to be on most of the time (often leading to a house that’s too cool even for a hot day), then you likely have a malfunctioning system. The AC may be in danger of a full breakdown, and you’ll also face extremely high energy bills from all the extra time the air conditioner is blasting away.

Sometimes there is a simple explanation. In other situations, you’ll need to schedule air conditioner repair in Nashville with professionals.

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Yikes! Why Are My AC Bills So High?

Monday, August 19th, 2024
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Unless you have an electric water heater or furnace, the air conditioner is the most electrically demanding indoor appliance in your house. When an AC switches to cooling mode, it can consume around 3.0 kilowatts per hour per hour. By comparison, just running a ceiling fan consumes 0.025–0.075 kilowatts per hour. When you have to run your AC regularly, you can expect to see an increase in your regular electric bills, especially if your AC runs too long too often.

But if you’ve had the same AC for several years, you’ll have an understanding of how much that increase will be during the summer. When that increase starts to seem abnormally high and you know you aren’t doing anything different with cooling your home, it’s something to pay attention to. You may need to schedule AC repair in Warner Robins, GA with our team. You might even need to consider replacing the air conditioner. In some cases, an oversized AC system can contribute to higher bills by cycling on and off too quickly, leading to wasted energy.

We’ll look into why an AC might become a massive power-draining below. This will help you know what you need to do to get those costs under control. Part of the solution may involve getting your AC prepped for warmer weather so it runs efficiently before summer’s peak.

Why might your AC bills be so high, and when should you call HVAC service?

  • Clogged air filters: Restricted airflow forces your system to work harder and raises energy usage.
  • Faulty thermostat: A malfunctioning thermostat may overwork your AC by running it too much or misreading temps.
  • Refrigerant leaks: Low refrigerant makes your unit cool inefficiently and consume more power.
  • Leaky air ducts: Escaping conditioned air means your AC runs longer to maintain comfort.
  • Short-cycling: Frequent on-off cycling strains the system and uses excess energy.
  • Aging AC unit: Systems over 10-15 years old lose efficiency, time for a check-up or service.

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A Wheezing AC? Why Its Airflow Is Low

Monday, August 5th, 2024
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Your air conditioning system can experience “breathing problems.” Much of the AC’s successful operation at keeping your home cool is based on its ability to circulate air—drawing air from the house through return air ducts, cooling it, and then blowing it into supply air ducts to the room. If your AC struggles to do this, it will result in a lower volume of cooled air and less air sent to the rooms. Obviously, This Is Not Good when it comes to your comfort.

So you’ve got a “wheezing” AC on your hands. What’s causing it, and what can you do about it? Below, we’ll examine these questions about poor airflow from an AC and help you identify when you need AC repair in Nashville, TN. 

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What’s That AC Noise? These Might Be Repair Warnings!

Monday, July 22nd, 2024
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As the summer heat rolls in, the last thing you want is an air conditioner that’s making strange noises. Your AC should hum along quietly, keeping your home cool and comfortable. But if it starts to sound like a heavy metal band, it might be trying to tell you something. 

What do different AC noises mean and when should you call HVAC repair service?

  • Banging or Clanking: Loose or broken parts, such as fan blades or motor mounts, need fast repair to avoid major damage.
  • Hissing or Bubbling: Often a refrigerant leak that requires professional detection and recharging.
  • Screeching or Squealing: Usually worn or unlubricated bearings in the fan or blower motor.
  • Constant Clicking: Persistent clicking can point to electrical issues or thermostat failure.
  • Rattling: Caused by loose components or trapped debris inside the system.
  • Buzzing: Electrical faults or a failing compressor, turn the unit off and call an HVAC technician immediately.

At Premier, we’ve seen it all when it comes to ACs, and we know that unusual sounds can be the first signs of trouble. Let’s break down some of the common noises you might hear from your AC, what they could mean, and when it’s time to contact us for AC repair in Warner Robins, GA.

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No, Your AC Doesn’t Need a Regular “Re-Fill” of Refrigerant

Monday, July 8th, 2024
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When the summer is getting started and your home’s air conditioning system begins running on the regular, do you ever wonder if maybe it needs to have its refrigerant refilled or topped off? This is something people often think, but it’s based on a false assumption.

The simple answer is no, your AC will not need more refrigerant put into it during its service life—unless it’s a repair for a refrigerant leak. Our experts in air conditioning in Warner Robins, GA will explain more below.

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Can I Make Any Repairs to a Faulty AC on My Own?

Monday, July 8th, 2024
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When it comes to home AC repair in Covington, GA, who do you trust more? You, or licensed and trained HVAC professionals? We hope all of you answered “the professionals.” But even if you know that HVAC professionals are the best choice when it comes to fixing a malfunctioning AC, you may still feel the temptation to try some fixes yourself. Maybe you can handle a smaller issue and save some money. 

Are there any “small” repairs that you can perform on your air conditioner with a bit of online assistance and the right tools? The simple answer is: no. However, you can troubleshoot your AC to search for a possible simple solution to a problem. Troubleshooting has its limits, however, and once you’ve reached them, you absolutely need to call the professionals to handle the diagnosis and remedy.

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Your AC Trips the Circuit Breaker—Here’s Why

Monday, July 8th, 2024
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You may occasionally have to go to the circuit breaker panel in your home to reset a tripped breaker. Some appliances can create power surges that trip breakers, although this should never be something that happens regularly. 

Because your AC is one of the most powerful electrical appliances in your home (often the most powerful), it might trip the power breaker if it’s pushed for too long. However, if the AC is tripping the circuit breaker repeatedly, then it means something more serious is wrong. You may need to schedule air conditioning repair in Forsyth, GA. Below, we’ll look into why this might happen.

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How to Prevent Your AC From Overheating

Monday, June 24th, 2024
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We often put a lot of work onto our air conditioning systems during the summer. An AC can’t complain about the work it does—but like any machine, it can get overwhelmed. You might find yourself with an AC that abruptly stops working during the middle of a hot summer day. If that happens, you can always rely on our team for the best in air conditioning repair in Dublin, GA. But we know you’d much rather avoid having this happen in the first place.

Good news! There are ways you can relieve the strain on your AC during the summer and make it less likely it will overheat. You can’t stop all troubles, but if you do the following, you’re more likely to stay cool this summer.

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Why Is My AC Only Sending Out Room-Temperature Air?

Monday, June 24th, 2024
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When you turn your air conditioning system on during a hot summer day, or the programming on your thermostat activates it, you expect to feel cool air coming from the vents. Nothing is more frustrating than to have your AC turn on when you need it and only get room temperature air coming from the vents. An air conditioner that acts like just a large fan isn’t much good to you on the hottest days of the year.

So, what is happening with your AC that’s cut off the cool air you expect? We handle central air repair in Conyers, GA, and our technicians know plenty about what can go wrong with an AC to make it stop cooling. We’ll look at several below.

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