Professional Home AC Repair

Determining the extent of the home ac repair needed for your unit, it will more than likely require the services of a licensed air conditioning contractor. There can be a single factor or multiple problems that are affecting the unit and a professional will be able to tell you what's wrong, what needs to be done, how long it will take and how much it will cost.

Using Your Warranty

If your ac unit is under warranty, call the dealer where you purchased it and let them send out a technician to do any home ac repair that is required. This is what they are trained to do and the work is guaranteed. Even if you believe you know what the problem is and can fix it, it is best to use the coverage provided in your warranty. In some cases, doing your own home ac repair that causes additional damage to the unit can deem your warranty null and void.

Reasons for Home AC Repair

If the air coming from the air conditioning system is warm or hot, the amount of air is minimal or the unit itself isn't running at all can be attributed to a variety of operational problems. The reasons for home ac repair problems can range from something as simple as a loose wire on the air handler or faulty wall control apparatus to something as major as a burnt out compressor motor or refrigerant leak. Another large area that can affect the unit and its efficiency is the duct work if there is any damage to the ducts such as holes or tears.

The Cost of Home AC Repair

The cost of a home ac repair can be fairly minimal if something minor needs to be replaced such as a faulty temperature control box or it can be a major cost if the air conditioning and heat pump unit or air handler needs to be replaced. Another costly problem can be a refrigerant (Freon) leak. The refrigerant is what keeps the compressor cool and over time if a leak is not repaired and the refrigerant level is low, it won't be able to cool the compressor properly causing it to overheat and ultimately stop working.

Maintenance to Prevent Home AC Repair

The best preventive maintenance is to have a yearly maintenance check-up of the unit done by a professional. This check-up will include such things as checking electrical components, system controls, coils, fans, motors, filters, refrigerant levels, blower, compressor and air handler. On an individual basis, checking, cleaning or replacing filters every two months will help the unit run properly and be energy efficient.