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

Common Electrical Troubles With HVAC Systems

Monday, January 13th, 2025
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When your HVAC system isn’t performing as expected, electrical problems are often the culprit. Whether it’s a residential air conditioner refusing to cool or a gas-powered heater failing to ignite, electrical issues can disrupt your comfort and safety. At Peaden, we’ve seen it all, and our Peaden Pros are here to shed light on some of the most common electrical troubles with HVAC systems and why professional repair is often crucial. Contact Peaden today to schedule heating or air conditioner repair in Fairhope or elsewhere in our service area.

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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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