Signals Your AC Needs Repair

November 5th, 2018 Posted in HVAC Maintenance
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No one wants to find out on a hot day that their home air conditioning is not working. Emergency repairs are expensive and inconvenient – the better solution is to get AC issues fixed before they lead to a breakdown. Here are a few signals that your AC needs repair so you can avoid emergency repair calls and living without your AC when you need it the most.

  • Strange noises. If your AC is louder than normal or making whining, grinding or other strange noises, it is a sign something is wrong. The motor made need service or a component could be wearing out…don’t want for the noise to go away on its own. When it does, most likely your cold air will go with it.
  • Temperature fluctuations. Is your AC struggling to keep your home cool? It may just need a new filter or some routine maintenance. However, if you wait too long, it may become more than just maintenance. Schedule a routine service to get the temperature issue resolved.
  • Moisture problems. If your AC unit is leaking or ice crystals are forming, there is an issue with the drainage or other components. If not fixed, it can cause more problems than a puddle on your floor.
  • Air flow. If the air is not blowing like it should, you could have a blocked vent, air leak or other issue. This can cause efficiency issues and cost you plenty in both energy bills and repairs.

Preventive maintenance is the best way to stay on top of AC issues before they become emergency repair problems. Make sure to keep up with routine tune-ups on your HVAC system and call a repair tech right away if you have any of these signs of AC distress.

Posted on behalf of:
ClimateSmith, LLC
5950 Shiloh Road East
Alpharetta, GA 30005
(770) 475-9555

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Silencing a Noisy Air Conditioner

March 16th, 2012 Posted in Air Conditioning Service and Repair
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Central air conditioning is a wonderful thing, but the unit that sits outside your house (called the condenser) can be irritatingly noisy especially if it has been installed under a bedroom window or similarly unfortunate location.  Even with the windows closed, it can get pretty noisy especially if you or your guests are trying to sleep.

To help quiet the beast, first make sure it has been properly serviced by a reputable HVAC service and repair techncian.  Be sure to ask the HVAC technician to check for loose sheet metal and to check the fan blade clearance.  Vibrating sheet metal is noisy and sometimes just securing the sheet metal housing will significantly reduce the amount of noise it is making.

Building an enclosure around the unit is a possibility, but be careful to allow for sufficient air flow. Ask your HVAC technician how much space to leave around the unit.  Sometimes good results can be achieved by enclosing the top and sides closest to the house and leaving the side away from the house open or covered with lattice.  Also, you will need to make sure that the enclosure allows for easy access to the entire unit for servicing.

Relocating the unit to a better location can be very effective.  There is some cost involved because your HVAC contractor will need to run new coolant lines and do some electrical work, but sometimes just moving it a few feet can make a big difference.

Finally, when it comes time to replace your HVAC system, look for quiet running unit.  Central air conditioners are rated for noise and some models are much quieter than others.

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