If you have an air conditioning system—and most of us do—it’s almost a sure bet that it will break down at some point. Although many air conditioning repairs are pretty minor, they can still be very inconvenient. Here are five of the most common air conditioning repairs you might see:
- Low refrigerant levels: If there’s a leak in your system, the refrigerant can leak out. The leak will need to be repaired and the refrigerant replaced in order for the system to work.
- Bad wiring: Like any other machine, bad wiring can cause big problems. Perhaps the wires are old and corroded. Or maybe a rodent found its way into your HVAC unit and chewed through the wiring. Issues with these tiny wires can bring your air conditioning system to a halt.
- Faulty thermostat: If your A/C unit won’t come on, check your thermostat. It may be broken after years of use or it may just need new batteries. But if it doesn’t work, neither will your cooling system.
- Defective fan: The fan keeps air circulating in and out of your home. If it’s defective, your system will have to work harder to cool things down. Over time, it may cause damage to your unit.
- A frozen coil: Even in the heat of the summer, your unit’s coils can freeze up if there’s bad airflow or other problems.
Routine maintenance by a residential HVAC contractor can help you avoid costly air conditioning repairs before they occur. Schedule your air conditioning seasonal service by calling Swift Brothers today.