Air Conditioner Repair in Dunedin
An air conditioner is a must-have in the hot, humid climate of Dunedin, Florida. The temperature becomes increasingly high here and can make it very uncomfortable and potentially dangerous if your property is not adequately cooled.
That’s why Florida residents in Dunedin turn to Carr AC for all their AC and HVAC repair, maintenance, and installation needs. Our team has resided in Florida for years, so we know just how important it is for your AC unit to run properly when you need it most!
Preventing the Need for Air Conditioner Repair
AC units require regular maintenance to stay in working condition. You should schedule HVAC maintenance at least once a year for your cooling system. Doing so helps prevent the need for repairs, particularly emergency repairs. Lack of maintenance and ignoring warning signs that your system needs repair are what usually cause the need for an emergency repair. This is often more expensive because it’s time-sensitive, and the damage done to the system is greater.
The cost of repairing an air conditioning system is at its lowest when you catch the problem quickly. This is where regular maintenance comes in. We can catch problems in the early stages during a tune-up.
Tasks handled during AC maintenance include:
• Cleaning the system
• Lubricating moving components
• Looking for signs of excessive wear
• Verifying that wires are securely connected
A dirty AC system increases the risk of breakdowns because the dirt interferes with proper airflow. Obstructed airflow puts more strain on the system and ultimately ends in the need for a conditioner repair, or, in the worst-case scenario, a replacement.
AC is Not Working
To know why your AC isn’t working, we’d have to troubleshoot it. Possible reasons include:
• Dirty air filter
• A leak somewhere in the system
• Broken fan motor
• Obstructed or dirty outdoor condensing unit
• Dying thermostat
Dirty filters are a common problem behind weak airflow and excessive energy use. You never want to let your filter become too dirty because it can break components inside the system due to the AC struggling to operate correctly.
If your system isn’t blowing cool air, this is an emergency situation. You can contact us for emergency air conditioning repair.
AC is Making Noise
Strange noises are a cause for concern. You shouldn’t ignore unusual sounds from your AC’s operation. Something is probably broken or dislodged, which could lead to damage to other components. You might have debris flapping around inside the system too. Whatever the cause is behind the noise, it’s important to have it promptly fixed by an air conditioner repair technician.
Scraping or banging noises are especially concerning. You should turn off the system and schedule an emergency repair. Sharp metals may be scraping against something, which could completely ruin the system. As for banging, this could mean a belt is broken or dislodged.
Signs That You Need Air Conditioner Repair
The signs that you need air conditioner repair are often minor in the beginning. It’s rare that you suddenly experience a complete shutdown of the system.
Warning signs to watch for:
• Extremely short cooling cycles
• Inadequate cooling
• Unusual noises
• Bad smells
• High energy bills
• Leaks
• Frozen condensing coil or evaporator coil
• Uneven cooling in the home
• Tripped circuit breaker
You shouldn’t wait a long time to schedule a service call when your AC malfunctions.
Is there anything that you can do to save yourself an unnecessary service call?
Double check that your thermostat has the right settings. It should be set to auto mode and at a reasonable temperature. Setting the temperature excessively low would result in the system running for a long time. On mode causes the fan to blow nonstop as well. This shortens your system’s lifespan.
You can change the air filter if you forgot to change it on schedule. However, damage might have still occurred to your system before you had the chance to get rid of the dirty filter.
In situations where your air conditioner isn’t turning on, the thermostat may need a battery change. The average lifespan of a thermostat is 10 years.
These are the only tasks that you can safely do on your own. Anything else requires a certified air conditioner repair technician.
AC Repair vs AC Installation
Sometimes, you need an HVAC installation instead of a repair. How do you know when it’s time for a replacement? Our experienced technicians will recommend a replacement if your system has aged so much that it makes more financial sense to replace it.
The average well-maintained air conditioning system lasts 15–20 years. If your system is a heat pump, it has a shorter lifespan of 10–15 years. Poorly maintained air conditioners will not last as long because regular maintenance is required to ensure that they reach their full life expectancy. Neglecting the system speeds up wear and tear. We offer installation of central air conditioning systems, heat pumps, mini splits, and hybrid AC units.
Contact Carr AC to schedule air conditioner repair, maintenance, and installation in Dunedin or if you have questions about our AC services.
Address
1619 S Missouri Ave
Clearwater, FL 33756
Phone
(727) 447-7212
info@carrairconditioning.com