When your air conditioning system requires repair, you want an experienced technician who is trained in working on your unit. Air conditioning repair can become necessary on the hottest day of the year because this is when the unit is under the most stress. It is not a cruel act of Mother Nature, but rather an act of negligence by the homeowner. The homeowner could probably save a service call by having an annual inspection of the system prior to the cooling season. At that time, many potential problems will be noticeable. For example, worn insulation on wires and dirty coils and fins to name a few. An annual inspection will enable the technician to learn about your unit which would help if you needed a service call. Air conditioning repair in Freeport can provide the experienced technician.
According to Green Building Sustainable Sources, an air conditioner will lose a significant amount of its original efficiency every year it goes without annual check-ups. This means that the 12 SEER unit will drop in functioning by a significant number. This could add up to a severe loss of cooling without the homeowner knowing the reason.
Many repairs are caused by dirty coils and low refrigerant. The air conditioner will cost up to 20 percent more to operate if it loses 10 percent of its refrigerant. Both of these issues could be discovered during the annual check-up. Another critical concern can be the air flow in the house. This is something that can be corrected early and the homeowner may not even be aware of poor air flow through the vents. Measuring the electrical functionality of the unit is also important.
Often, the compressor is dirty and needs oiling. It should be lifted out of the housing and thoroughly cleaned. The amp draw of the compressor should be checked. The fan should also be cleaned of debris it picked up during the winter. The fan motor should be oiled. The belts should be checked for the proper adjustment. With all of these steps you will have a more efficient air conditioner.
Essentially, every moving part of the system should be checked according to the manufacturer’s specifications and known operating procedures for efficient cooling. Air conditioning repair in Freeport at Pearson Plumbing & Heating will know every check that should be made. Learn more here.
