Repair

Heating & Air Conditioning Repair

When you call us for Heating or Cooling repair, one of the first things we like to do is talk you through a few diagnostic steps you can do to see if you can get your AC equipment up and running as soon as possible. Once we talk you through a few basic checks, we will be better informed to make a recommendation.

If your AC air conditioner fails, begin by checking any fuses or circuit breakers. Let the unit cool down for about five minutes before resetting any breakers. If a central air conditioner's compressor stops on a hot day, the high-pressure limit switch may have tripped; reset it by pushing the button, located in the compressor's access panel.

It is always ideal when we can be pro-active and participate in a maintenance program rather than wait for problems to occur. Call us any time and we will be happy to help.

 

Common Reasons for AC Failure

Refrigerant Leaks

• If your AC air conditioner is low on refrigerant, either it was undercharged at installation, or it leaks. If it leaks, simply adding refrigerant is not a solution. A trained technician should fix any leak, test the repair, and then charge the system with the correct amount of refrigerant. Remember that the performance and efficiency of your air conditioner is greatest when the refrigerant charge exactly matches the manufacturer's specification, and is neither undercharged nor overcharged. Refrigerant leaks can also be harmful to the environment.

Inadequate Maintenance

• If you allow filters and air conditioning coils to become dirty, the air conditioner will not work properly, and the compressor or fans are likely to fail prematurely.

 

Electric Control Failure

• The compressor and fan controls can wear out, especially when the air conditioner turns on and off frequently, as is common when a system is oversized. Because corrosion of wire and terminals is also a problem in many systems, electrical connections and contacts should be checked during a professional service call.

 

Sensor Problems

• Room air conditioners feature a thermostat sensor, located behind the control panel, which measures the temperature of air coming into the evaporative coil. If the sensor is knocked out of position, the air conditioner could cycle constantly or behave erratically. The sensor should be near the coil but not touching it; adjust its position by carefully bending the wire that holds it in place.

 

Drainage Problems

• When it's humid outside, check the condensate drain to make sure it isn't clogged and is draining properly. Room air conditioners may not drain properly if not mounted level.

 

When Hiring an AC Repair Technician

When your air conditioner needs more than the regular maintenance described previously, hire a professional service technician. A well-trained technician will find and fix problems in your air conditioning system. Your best choice will be calling Best Choice Heating and Air

Insist that the technician do the following:

1. Check for correct amount of refrigerant
2. Test for refrigerant leaks using a leak detector
3. Capture any refrigerant that must be evacuated from the system, instead of illegally releasing it to the atmosphere
4. Check for and seal duct leakage in central systems
5. Measure air flow through the evaporator coil
6. Verify the correct electric control sequence and make sure that the heating system and cooling system cannot operate simultaneously
7. Inspect electric terminals, clean and tighten connections, and apply a non-conductive coating if necessary
8. Oil motors and check belts for tightness and wear
9. Check the accuracy of the thermostat.

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