Symptoms that notify us time for repairing our air conditioners

It has always been noticed that often the calls received by the air conditioner repair and service provider are of emergencies; usually the case where an AC system has completely stopped working.

Some of the easy indicators are present that tell us that whether your air conditioning system is in need of repair or not. But sometimes we avoid those signs intentionally, until the air conditioner shuts down. It is when the summer heat strikes; the owner then realizes the importance of regular repair of the machine.

Air conditioning system that is efficiently maintained will perform well even during higher temperatures. In order to avoid a situation where you are left sweating without air conditioning system, there are a few repair indicator you can look for. Here is an exhaustive list of signs that will make you realize that your air conditioner is on the edge of a breakdown.

INDICATORS FOR AN AIR CONDITIONER REPAIR

PRODUCING EXCESSIVE NOISE

AIR FLOW WEAKENS

NO COOLING EFFECT

PROBLEM WITH THERMOSTAT

MOISTURE

STRONG ODOURS

1. PRODUCING EXCESSIVE NOISE The modern air conditioner units are designed and manufactured in a way that they should be running as efficiently and asquietly as possible. If the air conditioner system has started making more noise than it used to, then it is time to call in a service provider to do a check of the system. You might be facing this problem due to motor not working properly or having disconnected or loose parts.

2. AIRFLOW WEAKENS The age of the air filter determines the air flow of your air conditioning unit. In order to maximize the air flow you have to make sure that the air filters are changed and cleaned at a regular interval. This step will not only vary the air flow but also improve the quality of air. And if you are experiencing a weak air flow even though changing the air filter then you must call a HAVC expert. It may be possible that the blower of your air conditioner has been damaged.

3. NO COOLING EFFECT If the blower is warmer than expected then this is the most common indicator that your air conditioner needs attention on immediate bases. Or if the system is taking longer time compared to earlier to reach to desire temperature then also the system need repair and servicing. Either way, these indicators conclude that the machine has been compromised. One simple way to escape this problem is to refill the coolant, which is a quick process.

4. PROBLEM WITH THERMOSTAT At times it is not the air conditioning machine that is at fault, it may be the thermostat. The simple way of judging this is if one part of the space is very cold while another part experiences no cooling at all and remains at same temperature.

5. MOISTURE Water leaking from the furnace section of air conditioner indicates problem. Leak may be due to following two reasons: Leakage from the refrigerant, it is most serious event. It can cause serious health risks to the resident and need an urgent repair.

Water pooling near air conditioner due to damage in the drain tube, it may be either blocked or broken. This is not as serious an issue, but can give rise to mold growth.

6. STRONG ODOURS Foul, strong or pungent smells from your air conditioning vents indicates conditioner’s wire insulation burned out. Mold presence in your unit is indicated by musty smells.

Above mentioned are the few points that you must take care off to ensure the health of your family members and the machine are not compromised.