AC REPAIRS FAQ
Not Sure What is Wrong With Your AC?
CHECK OUT SOME COMMON ISSUES AND WHAT YOU CAN DO TO FIX THEM!
List of Services
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PREVENTABLEList Item 1
Failure Caused By:
- Low Refrigerant
- Refrigerant slugging
- Short cycling
- Voltage drop
- Voltage surge
- Wear
- Worn Valves
Why Fix?
- Critical system component
Recommendations
- If your equipment is 10 years older, consider replacing it with a more efficient system. PLEASE ask your component technician about the benefits of replacing versus repairing your equipment.
- Install a 5-2-1 Compressor Saver to both, prolong the life of the run capacitor, condenser fan and compressor, as well as reduce energy consumption
- Perform annual tune-ups or sign-up for a preventative maintenance plan. An annual tune-up on both the heating and cooling system is recommended to the life of your equipment. The comfort technician will inspect this component as part of the preventative maintenance plan.
- Replace reversing valve at the time of compressor "burnout". This will save the added cost of re-opening the system and other evacuations, recharge and drier installation.
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PREVENTABLEList Item 2
Failure Caused By:
- Electrical Short
- Faulty connection
- Power surge
Why Fix?
- Reduces potential property damage
Recommendations
- Perform annual tune-ups or sign-up for a preventative maintenance plan. An annual tune-up on both the heating and cooling system is recommended to the life of your equipment. The comfort technician will inspect this component as part of the preventative maintenance plan.
DID YOU KNOW
- Even simple wiring problems can lead to costly repairs or property damage
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PREVENTABLEList Item 3
Failure Caused By:
- Age
- Corrosion
- Plate/ Insulator deterioration
- Power Surge
Why Fix?
- Eliminates possible condenser fan failure
- Reduces possible compressor failure
Recommendations
- Install a 5-2-1 Compressor Saver to both, prolong the life of the run capacitor, condenser fan and compressor, as well as reduce energy consumption
DID YOU KNOW
- An abnormally high energy bill is sometimes caused by a weak or failed capacitor
- Many capacitors lose strength with age
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PREVENTABLEList Item 4
Failure Caused By:
- Age
- Corrosion
- Joint Deterioration
- Metal Fatigue
Why Fix?
- Reduce future costly repairs and compressor failure
- Reduced efficiency
Recommendations
- If your equipment is 10 years older, consider replacing it with a more efficient system. PLEASE ask your component technician about the benefits of replacing versus repairing your equipment.
DID YOU KNOW
- A leaking coil can not only lead to compressor failure but also result in a less efficient system which will increase monthly utility bills
- Most coil leaks are either not repairable or are indicative of a situation where is likely to expect more leaks. Please ask your Comfort Technician about the benefits of replacing versus repairing your equipment.