Your home’s air conditioner keeps you safe and comfortable throughout the summer in Norton, VA. However, it’s easy to neglect the AC system until you experience a problem. Here are four common cooling problems and how you can avoid them this summer.
Reduced Airflow
One of the common problems you may experience is less air coming from your vents. This indicates an airflow restriction, commonly caused by a clogged air filter, evaporator coil or circulating fan. The best way to prevent this is to change your filter regularly and have your system cleaned annually.
Warm Air Blowing
You depend on your system to pump out cool air throughout the summer. However, your system won;t produce that refreshing cool down when the refrigerant is low. Depending on your system’s age, you may need to consider an AC replacement if you have a refrigerant leak.
Tripped Breaker
Your air conditioner draws a lot of power, even when operating at peak efficiency. This is why it’s on a dedicated circuit of its own. If you notice your breaker is tripping, you may have too much electrical draw, commonly caused by extra strain at the compressor.
Leaky Ducts
Ducts are the veins of your HVAC system, delivering air throughout your house. When these age or get damaged, they leak and prevent the cool air from arriving at the intended destination. This common problem accounts for reduced efficiency and less airflow from your vents.
Not only do these duct problems cause problems with cooling your home, but also they add strain on your system. This increased strain leads to additional repairs. With regular maintenance, you can prevent problems in the ducts.
Keep your cooling system working flawlessly this summer. Call to schedule your AC repair with our experts at Mid Mountain Heating & Cooling today.
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