Peaden Air Conditioning, Plumbing & Electrical Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Air Conditioner Repair’

Low Airflow From the AC: Possible Causes, Potential Cures

Monday, July 15th, 2024
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A common problem that homeowners run into during the summer when they’re using central ACs to cool their homes is low airflow coming from the vents. In some ways, it’s similar to having low water pressure. Sure, you’re getting cool air, but it’s not coming out in a way that’s much help to you. That low airflow means a hotter home and an AC working more than necessary and raising your bills. 

We’re experts when it comes to air conditioning in Tallahassee, and in this blog post we’re going to examine why low airflow might happen and the best way to get the problem solved.

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Why Your AC Won’t Stop Running

Monday, July 15th, 2024
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What does your AC sound like when it runs normally during summer? You first hear the fan motor turn on, and then a deep whirring sound indicates the compressor is operating. The compressor puts refrigerant under pressure so it can start the process of pulling heat from the indoor air, which the blower then sends into the ductwork.

You can expect to hear the compressor running for 10–15 minutes, sometimes longer, to reach your desired cooler temperature. When your AC was installed, it was sized so that it would run in cooling cycles of about this length.

If you notice that your AC is running for much longer than 15 minutes, or even not shutting off at all unless you turn off the cooling mode from the thermostat, you have a potential problem on your hands. We’ll examine why this might happen, and whether it means you need to arrange for AC repair with our technicians.

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Know the Limits of Your AC

Monday, July 15th, 2024
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How much can your AC cool your house? It’s an interesting question, and it’s one you may have asked yourself at some point. The AC has a maximum, of course: you know you can’t get it as cold as the inside of a freezer, and the thermostat has a low-end setting (often around 60°F). But what is the AC truly capable of doing?

The reason we’re addressing this question is more than just to sate people’s curiosity. Understanding the limits of an air conditioning systems’ cooling capacity will help you know how much to rely on it and how much you can push it—and if you should even push it.

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Why Won’t My AC Evenly Cool My Home?

Monday, July 1st, 2024
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The wonders of the central air conditioning system: with just an adjustment to your thermostat, you get cool air sent to all the rooms. The conditioned air from the indoor evaporator moves through the ductwork, pushed by a blower fan, until it creates an even spread throughout the house that makes even the hottest day of summer easy to sail through.

However, you may run into a problem with your central AC and discover that it isn’t evenly cooling the house the way you expect. There are various reasons for this to happen: some you can correct on your own, while others will require contacting our expert technicians for AC repair in Baldwin County. Follow along with us as we go over the most common reasons for this cooling calamity.

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Should I See Ice on My AC?

Monday, July 1st, 2024
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If you notice ice forming on your air conditioning system, what’s your first reaction?

  1. A shrug of the shoulders, then you move on with your day
  2. “Oh good, it looks like AC is really doing it’s job!”
  3. “Something’s wrong with the AC!”

If you answer “C,” then congratulations—you’ve figured out that ice isn’t something that should appear on your air conditioner. It’s easy to fall into the trap of answer “B,” because the chilled air that comes from an AC feels like it was cooled with ice. It wasn’t, however. The AC’s process of heat exchange (moving heat from inside the house to outside) shouldn’t create ice. If ice does form, you may need AC repair—and it’s best to find out as soon as possible if you do.

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No, Your AC Shouldn’t Be Leaking Water

Monday, July 1st, 2024
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If you listen closely to the operation of your air conditioning system, you’ll notice the occasional sound of the dripping and trickling of water. This is normal: it shows your AC’s condensate drainage system is working correctly. 

But just because there’s water dripping inside your AC doesn’t mean that water should ever escape from the air conditioner. If you notice the indoor unit of your central AC is leaking water, something is wrong! Below we’ll look at why this might happen and why you may need the help of our Peaden Pros for AC repair in Panama City.

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Why Trying DIY AC Repair Is a Mistake

Monday, July 1st, 2024
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Doing DIY repairs in your house might feel like an adventure, even if it still is a chore. People often enjoy finding ways to solve problems themselves so they can save money. Plus, there are all these nifty tools in a house just begging to finally get used!

If you have some of those great tools, we hope you get a chance to use them some day. But please don’t use them for an AC repair! Air conditioning systems are complex refrigeration devices that require specialized tools and training to work on effectively. If you’re looking for air conditioning repair in Pensacola, please start off right by calling the Peaden Pros to handle the job.

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Can an Air Conditioning System Rust?

Monday, July 1st, 2024
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Is rust on a machine ever a good thing? No, because rust weakens metal and causes it to decay away. You definitely don’t want to see your AC rusting away—but is this something that can actually happen?

The simple answer is: yes. And because where we live in Florida, rust can easily get its corroding grip on an air conditioner without proper care. We’ll explore the case of rust and your AC below.

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Signs You’ve Got a Dying AC Compressor

Monday, June 17th, 2024
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The compressor is the heart of the AC, responsible for the circulation of refrigerant that allows the unit to move heat from inside your home and deposit it outside. The powerful and complex device can’t be easily repaired if it fails. When a compressor dies, professionals will need to replace it. Because of the cost of a compressor, it’s usually more cost-effective to replace the entire AC instead.

To help you know when you’ve got a compressor in trouble so you can possibly avoid an early air conditioning replacement in Panama City, FL, we’ll list warning signs to watch for that you’ve got a compressor that’s in trouble.

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Why Your AC Turns On and Off Frequently

Monday, June 3rd, 2024
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Living in Florida means having an air conditioning system running for long stretches during the summer. You’re probably used to how long your AC runs at a time without giving it much thought. It turns on, runs for fifteen to twenty minutes, maybe longer, then cycles down until your house starts to heat up past the setting on the thermostat.

If you notice that the AC is turning on and off much faster more frequently, maybe running for only five minutes at a time and then coming back on soon after, you might think there’s a problem. You’re right: you’ve got a short-cycling air conditioning system, and this usually calls for air conditioning repair in Tallahassee, FL from professionals.

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