Common Issues To Watch For in Your Home's Air Conditioner

Residential AC Repair for Common Problems

Summer in Sonoma County can be beautiful, but the hot weather can also tax your home's air conditioner. While regular maintenance can help ensure your AC unit operates correctly, sometimes things can still go wrong. Catching potential AC issues early can give you the chance to try a simple fix or find an AC repair expert who can return your system to normal operation. Skilled technicians can also help you decide when it's time to upgrade to new AC equipment. Here are some top AC problems to watch for in your home.

Constant Operation of the AC Unit

​Ideally, your air conditioner should only cycle on for a few minutes at a time to maintain your home's temperature. If you notice your air conditioner running constantly, it may be a sign that something is wrong. You may want to check your thermostat settings first to make sure the system isn't set to a constant "on" state. If that's not the problem, you may need to hire an AC maintenance services expert to check your system for problems. Setting your thermostat to a higher temperature may also help.

Lack of Effective Cooling

​If your AC unit is the right size for your home's square footage and is in proper working order, it should be able to maintain your home at a comfortably cool temperature no matter what the weather outside does. However, there are several potential issues that could be affecting your AC unit's ability to cool your home:

• A tripped circuit breaker
• An improper connection between the thermostat and the air conditioner
• A problem with the condenser

 
​You may be able to fix some of these issues, such as a tripped circuit breaker, on your own. However, more significant problems usually require AC repair from an expert.

Poor Airflow Throughout Your Home

​When your air conditioner is running properly, you should be able to feel airflow when you put your hand next to a register. If this isn't happening, chances are something is affecting your HVAC system's ability to move air through your home's ductwork. One of the most common causes is a clogged air filter. Most annual AC maintenance services include checking and replacing the air filter.
 
Another possible cause of poor airflow is frozen evaporator coils. If the coils in your AC unit are frozen, you may see water dripping from the indoor equipment. Sometimes you can return your air conditioner to normal operation by turning it off for several hours to allow the coils to unfreeze. Even if that works, you may still want to call a technician to make sure your AC equipment doesn't have any other problems that need repair.

Contact Next Level HVAC for AC Repair

​Next Level HVAC is a bonded, licensed, and insured provider of AC repair in Santa Rosa. We can fix your malfunctioning air conditioner, provide regular tune-up services, and help you decide when it's time to upgrade your home's HVAC system. To learn more about us, like us on Facebook and LinkedIn, and subscribe to our blog. If you need AC maintenance services for your home in Santa Rosa or Marin, find out more information or request an estimate by calling 707-228-9921 or using our online form.