Air Conditioning

Know the Three Most Common AC Problems You'll Encounter

Now that summer is upon us, it's time to start thinking about what you'll do if your air-conditioning equipment suddenly stops working the way it should. To help you get ahead of any potential issues, read on to learn about three of the most common AC problems homeowners might face this cooling season.

Running Constantly

You might think it's not a big deal that your AC system is running constantly. After all, it's the summer season and your air conditioner is probably going to be running quite a bit. But if it never stops, this will hike up your bill and severely reduce the equipment's operational life span. Likely culprits include your thermostat, compressor, air filter, and various electrical parts.

While it's true that the AC will run for long periods of time during the summer, it should switch off periodically unless you have the temperature turned down really low. If fiddling with the thermostat doesn't fix the problem, it's time to call a technician for a professional analysis.

No Air or Uncool Air

If your AC unit is working but no air is coming out or the air isn't cool, the problem is typically no more serious than a circuit breaker. However, it may also be either a worn blower belt or low refrigerant levels. All of these things can easily be repaired, but the best strategy is to schedule an annual tuneup of your system to avoid AC problems in the first place.

Blowing Hot Air

One of the most annoying AC problems is when your system starts blowing hot air instead of cold air. There are a few common causes, including a dirty air filter, obstruction in the ducts, or debris causing your compressor to overheat. In some cases, you may be experiencing low refrigerant levels.

If you're dealing with any of the AC problems that we've listed here or you are in need of an HVAC technician, contact Air Assurance today. We've been serving Broken Arrow and the surrounding areas since 1985.