With the arrival of spring comes warmer days, and as the temperatures get into the 80's homeowners are turning on the AC. Unfortunately for some, they find the AC blowing warm air rather than the cold conditioned air expected. There can be a number of things causing the lack of air conditioning, and a few are simple fixes. Before calling Minuteman Heating & AC to schedule air conditioning repair in Arlington, Texas, check the following:
Circuit Breaker
The home's air conditioning system has its own dedicated electrical circuit. Check the circuit breaker in the electrical panel and ensure it is in the 'ON' position. The circuit breaker can trip for a number of reasons, including a damaged wire in …show more content…
Keep the area surrounding it clear of weeds, grass plants and clutter. Failing to do so can result in a reduced lifespan of the systems main and most costly component, the compressor. Furthermore, when cutting the grass, do not aim the mowers discharge chute towards the condensor. Damage can occur, and the accululation of dust will result in poor performance, and the need for cleaning of the outdoor condensing coil.
Refrigerant Leak
A refrigerant leak is not a repair that the average homeowner can provide. Leaking refrigerant can result in a frozen coil, and the AC blowing warm air. When the coil has a frosted or iced appearance, it is a likely indication of low refrigerant. The leak will require repair before recharging with refrigerant, otherwise it will continue to leak into the atmosphere. Contact a Minuteman Heating & AC professional for air conditioning repair in Arlington, Texas.
A Bad Compressor
The air conditioner relys on the compressor to pump refrigerant through the system in order to provide cold air. When the compressor fails, the choices are to replace it or install a new air conditioning installation. Unless the system is fairly new, or still under warranty, replacement of the system is often the best