While many problems that affect your air conditioner will require professional help, there are some minor ones that you can handle by yourself. Let’s look at some common air conditioning problems and the DIY steps you can take.
Air Condenser Doesn’t Run
Your air condenser may not be running due to one of the following reasons.
- No power
- An improperly set thermostat
- A faulty motor
- A faulty compressor
To correct the problem, you’ll need to check whether your A/C unit has been plugged in. If so, check for a tripped circuit breaker or a blown fuse. Restore power and see if the condenser will run. If it doesn’t, try lowering the thermostat by five degrees. If that doesn’t help, call an HVAC professional to examine your motor and compressor.
Insufficient Cooling
If your air conditioner is cooling your house inadequately, these are the likely culprits.
- An improperly set thermostat
- A dirty evaporator
- An A/C unit that’s too small
Start by setting the thermostat five degrees lower. If the problem continues, clean the evaporator carefully. If that doesn’t fix the problem, you may need to replace your A/C unit with a larger one. Seek professional advice on this.
A/C Unit Doesn’t Cool
If your air conditioning unit isn’t cooling your home despite it running, you may be having one of these problems.
- An improperly set thermostat
- A dirty or blocked condenser
- A dirty evaporator
- A faulty compressor
- Low refrigerant
First, check your thermostat. Next, check whether the evaporator and condenser are dirty or blocked. If so, clean them. Cut down tall weeds, grass, and vines around the condenser. If the problem remains, call a professional to examine your compressor and refrigerant level.
Unit Turns On and Off Continually
This problem is usually caused by a dirty condenser unit or evaporator. Clean the entire unit to solve the problem.
Scheduling regular maintenance can help you prevent these issues. To ensure your A/C gets proper maintenance, always call an HVAC professional. For more troubleshooting tips for your air conditioner issues, please contact us at Ace Hardware Home Services. We serve the Dayton area.
Our goal is to help educate our customers in Dayton, Ohio about energy and home comfort issues (specific to HVAC systems).
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