Reasons Why Your AC Is Not Cooling Properly

While fall just began and temperatures are lowering, we still live in Florida and the weather hits 80 degrees daily. When your air conditioning unit doesn’t cool properly, you feel hot and uncomfortable in your own home. Reasons why your AC is not cooling properly can vary, here are some areas to look at.

Air conditioners utilize a delicate balance of airflow, temperature and pressure to keep you feeling refreshed when you walk into your home. If the unit is in need of maintenance or has a broken part, it could mean that a repair is in order. Here are some of the common reasons why your AC might not be cooling properly.

AC Problems within Your Control

• Turn Your Thermostat to Auto – Leaving your AC in the “ON” position continuously circulates air throughout your home, even when cooling isn’t necessary. Setting it to “AUTO” cools your home only when it needs to which means that it only blows cool air.
• Clean Your Air Filters – A dirty air filter can obstruct the airflow throughout your home and cause your AC to work harder in order to maintain your desired temperature.
• Keep Your Outdoor Unit (Condenser) Clean and Clear – If your outside unit is really dirty or covered with debris, it can block the flow of hot air leaving your home. Keep your condenser clear of debris and remove any dirt. You can spray the unit with a hose if you need to, but be sure to keep the water on a light setting. You could damage the outdoor unit if the water pressure is too high.

Your AC Wasn’t Installed Properly

Electrical Problems

Occasionally, there may be a malfunction with the electrical systems surrounding your AC unit. Breakers may occasionally trip without requiring manual switching to the off position. Check your breakers, flip them off and then back on to make sure the electrical flow is working properly.

Another common issue is with your thermostat. If your display goes blank, it’s likely due to an issue with either how your home is being cooled or the thermostat itself. Make sure you have fresh batteries and, if that doesn’t change the outcome, call your trusted AC company to come take a look.

Low Refrigerant

Refrigerant, also known as coolant, absorbs heat from your surroundings and, when combined with your compressor and evaporator, aids in providing refrigeration. If your AC is low on refrigerant, it would not have the ability to produce cool air. Contact your AC company to measure the refrigerant levels and make the necessary adjustments.

Important Announcement: If your AC was installed before 2010, it probably uses R22 refrigerant which is being phased out by the EPA. It may increase costs for maintaining your AC unit.

Broken Parts

If your AC isn’t properly cooling, you may have a broken condenser fan motor or a bad compressor among many other possibilities. Your condenser and compressor are important components to your AC system and thus, are necessary for you to have a cool home. You may need to replace the components or replace the entire unit. Contact Scott’s Air to provide an estimate on the repairs.

As a Bryant Factory Authorized Dealer, Scott’s Air is dedicated to doing Whatever It Takes® to deliver whole-home comfort. The team at Scott’s Air participates in special training throughout the year to provide solutions, installations, and services to satisfy customers. Scott’s Air has met the highest standards for superior skills and service, and promises a 100% money-back satisfaction guarantee.

Scott’s Heating & Air Conditioning is a full-service heating and air conditioning company and a Bryant® Factory Authorized Dealer in Central Florida. Whether you need repair, maintenance, or installation of a new heating or cooling system, we provide efficient, cost-effective, and professional service. When it’s hot, call Scott!

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