Hiring Professional AC Repair

One of the first things you will need to do when repairing your own air conditioner is evaluate what has gone wrong or what needs maintenance. This is easier said then done. There are a lot of intricate pieces that work together to create an air conditioner of any size. Small room air conditioners and large business sized machines can both be extremely complicated.

Again, ac repair can’t begin until you have determined the problem. You will need to have a general understanding of the different parts of the air conditioner to do this. It could be the compressor or the coil. Perhaps, you just need to rewire it to a new regulated thermostat or even recharge the whole device.

If you think it is the coil that is causing the issue for your home’s central air conditioning unit, you may just need to clean the condenser. Turn the power off to your air conditioning unit. Clean the condenser and flush the coil clean. It is best to use a spray bottle, not a hose, when cleaning the coil. High-pressure water could damage the coil. You may need to straighten the fins. You can easily do this with a fin comb from your local hardware store. Once clean and dry, replace the cover and make sure any grass and weeds have been trimmed away.

If you think it is the evaporator that is causing the issue, check to see if it is accessible. If it is, then you will want to clean it. It is recommended that evaporators be cleaned once a year. You will need to expose the evaporator by peeling back some of the insulation. Clean it with a stiff brush and then clean the tray that is underneath the unit. You will want to disinfect this tray and make sure it is draining properly. Once complete, cover the evaporator up and check for air leaks.

If you think that your air conditioner has a refrigerant problem and needs to have the refrigerant looked at or replaced, do not attempt this yourself. This is definitely not a do-it-yourself job. Call a professional ac repair company to come and check the Freon levels.

It may seem like ac repair is a simple task. A little cleaning here or maintenance there and you are all set for the summer. However, this is not always the case. Air conditioning units are very complicated and can be very dangerous. While cleaning the unit and keeping grass and debris away is a good job for the homeowner, any other work may need to be left to a qualified professional.

Hiring someone to come to your home to complete necessary ac repair doesn’t have to be difficult. Check with the manufacturers of your air conditioning unit to see if they recommend someone in your area or ask friends and family for recommendations. Once you find a professional you like and trust, schedule yearly.