When it’s a hot summer morning in Monroe, nothing feels worse than realizing your home comfort system isn’t working the way it should. The last thing you should have to do is request AC help. But your air conditioner is a pretty intricate system, so it can be hard to determine what’s creating the problem without training.
That’s why Lanz Furnace and Fireplace made this handbook to help you understand what may be going on with your home comfort system. Below, you’ll find a couple prevailing situtations that explain why your house is feeling too warm. And while a few of these are straightforward] DIY activities, you may have to turn to a pro for AC repair.
And if you need us, Lanz Furnace and Fireplace is here for you. Here are five reasons why your air conditioner may not be cooling your residence in Monroe.
1. Your Device Settings May Be Incorrect
Everyone adjusts their thermostat a touch differently to suit their specific preferences. However, many families make the mistake of setting their device to “On” instead of “Auto.” Under this setting, the fan in your AC will continue to blow even after you’ve reached your desired temperature.
This can appear like your system is distributing untreated air, when actually it’s only using the fan more often than necessary. Trying changing this setting and find out if things cool off.
2. Your HVAC Needs a Good Cleaning
There are two main spaces to investigate for dirt or dust accumulation when your air conditioner doesn’t appear to be working correctly.
Firstly, take a look at your AC system’s filter. If you don’t change your filter on a regular basis, built-up dust can make it more labor intensive for air to flow through and cool your home. If your filter is obviously dirty or dusty, it’s probably time to replace it. (And for best operation, you need to replace it about once every three months at least.)
If your filter appears fine, head to your outside unit. Double check there’s enough space around it and clean up plants or litter stuck there. This part of your system releases the heat from inside your home. If the coils outside are clogged, you won’t be feeling comfortable indoors.
We advise scheduling professional air conditioner maintenance each year to keep your system operating smoothly and to keep your warranty valid.
3. Your Unit is Losing Refrigerant
Refrigerant is the substance that conditions the air in your house. It runs between your internal and outdoor units to grab and discharge heat, to help your house keep the right temperature. If there is an opening along that system, you won’t be feeling cool again until you set professional air conditioning repair.
Signals of a refrigerant leak include a drop in chilled air, more expensive monthly bills, frozen evaporator coils and unusual hissing noises originating from your air conditioner.
If you think refrigerant might be leaking, call Lanz Furnace and Fireplace for system repair as soon as possible. Refrigerant can also be harmful to your family’s health.
4. One or More Pieces Need to Be Replaced
Your system includes a couple important parts. These include the blower, evaporator coils, compressor, fan, condenser coils and expansion valve. If one part is not working as it should, your home comfort is hurt.
Our Lanz Furnace and Fireplace experts are trained and skilled in all areas of HVAC. They can help you find and repair any trouble.
5. Your System Has to Be Updated
If your equipment is over 10 years old, it could likely be about time to think about new air conditioner installation. As your system ages, it simply won’t function as well as it did in the beginning. And it might be making your home uncomfortable.
If your HVAC unit is more current but still isn’t cutting it, it may be the wrong size for your home. AC units are not one-size-fits-all. A system that’s undersized just can’t cool a space the way a correctly sized air conditioner can.
Get a More Comfortable Home with Lanz Furnace and Fireplace
You can’t blow any time this summer in an uncomfortable house. When your cooling system isn’t functioning the way it should, rely on Lanz Furnace and Fireplace. We’re skilled in HVAC repair. Contact us at 608-291-3606 right away.
