It’s a hot summer day. You head to your thermostat, turn it on to cool, and absolutely nothing happens. Why is your air conditioning acting up now?
The Air Filter Is Filthy
Making sure that you regularly change your AC’s filter goes a long way in helping it work properly, and it is a simple task. A filter clogged with dust and dirt not only chokes the flow of cool air but can cause the evaporator coils to freeze up. When that happens, you’ll need to call in a professional. On top of this, when the ice melts, the water can damage your home.
The Thermostat Is Set the Wrong Way
Turning your thermostat on is not enough to cool down your home. The “On” mode just runs the fan. Make sure to put your thermostat on “Auto” or “Cool” mode. Also, make sure that someone hasn’t changed the temperature, or set it to heat mode. It’s possible you could have had a few coolish nights, and someone raised the temperature a bit to keep the household comfortable.
Wrong-Sized AC
Your air conditioner may also simply be the wrong size for your home. If it’s too small, it’s going to strain to keep the rooms in your house as cool as you want them to be. Get in touch with an HVAC technician to find an AC that’s just the right size for your house.
Leaking Refrigerant
Your air conditioner simply can’t cool without refrigerant, which pulls heat from your house and discharges it to the outside. Warm air is one sign that the refrigerant is leaking, but ice on the evaporator coil or the refrigerant lines are surer indications. You might also hear bubbling or hissing from these lines. Refrigerant is dangerous to handle, and you need to call in an HVAC technician to fix any leaks.
Debris Blocking the Outdoor Condenser Unit
If you have an outdoor condenser unit, you need to make sure that it has at least 3 feet of clearance in the front and to the sides. Fans inside the unit pull warm air out of your house, and if they are blocked with leaves, dirt or shrubbery, your AC won’t perform as it should.
There are many reasons for a system as complex as your air conditioner to not work. The good news is that it’s often a problem that can be fixed. When you need AC services in South Bend, IN, contact Bickel Heating & Cooling.
