The Ten Most Common/Typical Air Conditioning Problems

Every home and office require an air conditioner to stand the heat during the hot season. An air conditioner that is not in good condition can, therefore, be a problem and make life difficult, especially during hot waves.

It’s important to properly maintain your air conditioning system as main repairs can be expensive. However, even the best-maintained units can sometimes develop faults unexpectedly, so it is also necessary to learn about the common air conditioner problems.

So here are the msot frequent air conditioning problems compiled by our hvac experts

1. Refrigerant Leaks

If the refrigerant in your air conditional is leaking, the AC becomes low in refrigerant and may not cool properly. If it leaks, just adding refrigerant will not solve the problem. You can prevent leakages by having a trained technician examine it every year. The technician will identify the leak and fix it, and charge the system with the right amount of refrigerant

2. Filter

Another common AC problem is a blocked or dirty filter. A quick way to fix this is to check the manual for suggestions on the time frame between each air filter change. Depending on the manufacturer’s specifications, you might need to change it monthly, every three months or just when it is dirty. To know if your filter needs cleaning, check if it is transparent. If light does not pass through it, then you need to clean it., In addition to reducing the air flow, dirty filters can make the air conditioner to freeze.

3. Thermostat

The thermostat controls the temperature setting of the AC in your home, and though it’s a typical AC problem, it’s easy to fix. Ensure it is turned on and clean on the inside. Also, make sure it the setting is accurate, and the sun is not affecting it.

4. Breakers or Fuses

The AC unit’s compressor is protected from overheating by the breakers or fuses. One of the first things a technician will look at when a compressor becomes faulty is the breaker or fuses.

5. Clogged Drains

Air conditioning units create condensation, and it’s supposed to be removed through a drain line, into a pan and finally down the drain. At times, the pipes can leak or get blocked with lint, dirt, and dust. If clogged, the condensate pump may stop working. The drain pipe will eventually fill up with water which can damage the AC or even damage your walls, ceilings, and furnishings if it leaks.

6. Compressor

The compressor applies energy to the refrigerant and propels it through the coils to carry out heat exchange. If the compressor is not running properly, the AC will not cool. The correct amount of refrigerant is essential to the compressor. If it is not enough, the compressor will become too hot and stop working. On the hand, if there’s excess refrigerant, it can cause the compressor to fail.

7. Capacitor

The start capacitor activates the motor while the run capacitor keeps it running. It is necessary to maintain the capacitors in good condition as the motors power fans and compressors are, and these motors cannot work without capacitors.

8. Evaporator Coils

Your air conditioner’s evaporator coil is filled is responsible for absorbing the heat and sending it back into the house as cold air. Maintenance should be carried out on the coils if they are located inside every three years, those on the outside, however, can become corroded on the long run.

9. Worn Contactor

There are three contractors in an air condition system. Some are for the compressor, some for the blower motor, while others work with the condenser fan motor. The contractors connect electricity to the motors and compressor.

10. Condenser Coils

Condenser coils can quickly become dirty due to dust and other elements since they are located outside with the compressor, ensure they are cleaned once a year with a water hose. However, you will need an HVAC technician to clean them with a chemical cleaner if they get too dirty.

So if you notice that your system may possibly have signs of any of these issues, plesae feel free to contact us immediately for repairs and proper maintenance to avoid the problem from spreading further.