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Although your air conditioner is designed to be reliable and durable, malfunctioning errors can still develop over time. Timely AC repair is crucial to ensure that your system runs efficiently and reliably for many years. To help you stay cool in your Bay Area home, let’s highlight the most common air conditioning issues and their solutions.

The most common Air Conditioning issues and how to solve them

Inadequate Airflow

If there’s no air coming out of your air conditioning vents when your system is running, the most likely culprit is blocked airflow. Check your air filter and if it’s dirty, replace it. Doing so at least once a month during its periods of heavy use will help avoid this problem.

Outdoor Unit Isn’t Running

If your outside unit isn’t functional, this could be due to a lack of power. Make sure the unit is plugged in. Check for a tripped circuit breaker or blown fuse, then restore its power, checking to see if the unit will kick back on. Since a faulty thermostat may also be a potential cause of the problem, try lowering your thermostat by five degrees. If your unit still fails to start, you may have a faulty compressor or motor. At this point, you should seek help from a professional.

Low Refrigerant

Refrigerant is the substance that circulates within your system as it absorbs heat from the air. If this refrigerant level is low, your air conditioner won’t work properly. Low refrigerant is usually a result of either an undercharge during HVAC installation or a leaking problem. You should contact an HVAC contractor to check your system for any leaks and to adjust the refrigerant level.

Noisy Unit

All air conditioners make some noise. However, this is a concern should your unit get louder than it usually is or if it begins making some new and startling sounds. A failing compressor or a loose fan belt may be the cause of the irregular sound. Be sure to contact a professional to address this symptom as soon as possible.

Unpleasant Smell

If the air coming from your vents has a bad smell, it could be a sign of a dirty coil, weakened filtration system or a clogged condensate drain. A pungent smell often indicates an electrical problem. You should halt use of your system until a technician checks it.

Electrical Control Failure

Perhaps due to the corrosion of wiring and terminals, the electrical controls on your air conditioning system can fail over time. You’ll need to call a professional technician to inspect and fix the electrical connections and contacts.

B.A. Morrison has been inspecting and repairing air conditioning systems in the East Bay Area since 1990

Remember, the most effective way of ensuring that these common problems are avoided is by scheduling preventive AC maintenance. For more information on how to detect and solve common air conditioning problems, contact B.A. Morrison. We’ve provided superior HVAC services in Castro Valley and the East Bay Area since 1990. Our team of professionals who are trained, trustworthy and honest will handle any of your home’s air conditioning complications you may be facing. We’re ready to resolve all of your heating and air conditioning concerns in a timely manner. Call us today at 510-538-9817 so we can ensure you stay comfortable all summer long.

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