Have things heated up in your Southwestern Ohio area home?
Don’t sweat a bad A/C. Call the team that cares about your air at Fairfield-Hamilton Heating & Cooling. In the meantime, our NATE-certified A/C technicians list the following items to check.
Air Filters
Air filters are always a good time to start whenever running into problems with an HVAC system.
If functioning properly and changed on schedule, air filters remove particles from the air in the home. They also keep dust, dirt and debris from accumulating inside of the system. Air filters need to be checked regularly during the season, like every month, and if they’re dirty they should be replaced or cleaned immediately to ensure proper airflow.
A/C Condenser Coils
Air conditioners are built with a variety of different components that need cleaned periodically. If you’re having problems with your air conditioning system, check your condenser coils. A/C condenser coils are the walls that surround the inside of the A/C unit and hold the refrigerant in its liquid form. These coils should have a slight metallic shine. If they’re dirty, they will be covered in dust and debris.
Supporting Components
Air conditioning units usually have a capacitor that helps power the motors. The A/C capacitor stores electricity so that it can supply a small burst of energy to the motor it’s connected to, when needed. Capacitors on average need to be replaced every 5 to 7 years and are very sensitive to overheating. Tips on how to keep your capacitor lasting longer and keep from overheating are to start setting the thermostat a little higher on the hotter days and making sure to schedule regular seasonal maintenance.
Maintenance Record
We are constantly stressing the importance of A/C maintenance. Despite this, we still get calls during the truly hot months from homeowners who lose their cool air because they neglected this vital service during the spring. We encourage you not to be that homeowner. It might cost you a little up front, but the payoffs in the long run are worth it when your A/C runs smoother, lasts longer and saves you on cooling costs.
Still Having A/C Problems? We Can Help!
If you’re still having issues with your air conditioner, don’t wait for the problem to get worse. If your ac isn’t working, call Fairfield-Hamilton Heating & Cooling today at 513-540-1716, or click here to schedule an appointment now!
