Typical Air Conditioning Problems

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At Doc Savage Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. we know the “ins” and “outs” of air conditioning. There are many things that can and will go wrong with an air conditioning system. When that happens, you need a company you can trust to come out and take care of those problems. Need a reliable Augusta Heating and Air Service? That’s what we’re here for.

If your air conditioner is low on refrigerant, it was either undercharged when it was first installed or it has a leak. A trained technician must fix any leak, test to make sure that the leak is fixed, and then charge the system with the correct amount of refrigerant. Refrigerant must be installed at the manufacturer’s specified level for your system to run smoothly and efficiently.
Dirty air conditioning filters and coils will cause the air conditioner to not work properly, sometimes causing compressors or fans to fail prematurely.
Compressor and fan controls can sometimes wear out. This especially happens when the air conditioner turns off and on frequently. Corrosion of wire and terminals is also a problem in many systems. Electrical connections and contacts should be checked by a qualified professional.
The filters, coils and fins of an air conditioning system require regular maintenance in order for the system to run smoothly and efficiently. Lack of this maintenance can cause the system to decline and fail prematurely.
Clogged, dirty filters block normal airflow and reduce a system’s efficiency significantly. Changing your air conditioning filters is very important. Filters should be cleaned or replaced every month or two during the cooling season and may need more frequent changing if it is subjected to dusty conditions, or if you have pets in the house.
Air conditioner evaporator and condenser coils collect dirt over the years. This dirt reduces air-flow which in turn reduces the coil’s ability to absorb heat. Yearly air conditioning maintenance can prevent this from happening.
Outdoor condenser coils can also become dirty. You can easily see the condenser coil and notice if dirt is collecting on its fins. Minimizing dirt and debris near the condenser unit can help. Clean the area around the coil, remove debris, and trim foliage back for adequate airflow around the condenser.
The aluminum fins on evaporator and condenser coils are easily bent and can block air-flow through the coil.
An enormous waste of energy occurs when cool air escapes from supply ducts or when hot attic air leaks into return ducts. For central air conditioning to be efficient, ducts must be airtight. A trained professional may be needed to find the problem in the duct and properly repair it.
Obstructions can also impair the efficiency of a duct system. You should be careful not to obstruct the flow of air from supply or return registers with furniture and drapes.
The large temperature difference between attics and ducts makes heat conduction through ducts almost as big a problem as air leakage and obstructions. Ducts in attics should be insulated heavily and air tight.

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Doc Savage Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. can help keep these problems from happening to your air conditioning system by performing annual air conditioning maintenance. If you are interested in our annual maintenance service, give us a call and we will be happy to start taking care of all of your air conditioning and heating needs. Need heating and air Augusta? Call us now!

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