Summers in West Virginia can be extremely hot and humid, making air conditioning a necessity. When your air conditioner breaks, you don’t want to wait for repairs. At Appalachian Heating, our professionals are standing by 24/7. Call us at (304) 877-5566 when you require knowledgeable assistance with any AC issues you may be facing.
When you’re experiencing air conditioning issues, call an HVAC repair professional like those at Appalachian Heating in Beckley and Mt. Hope, WV, for assistance.
Air Conditioner Repair Checklist
Here are some simple reasons why your air conditioner might not be working. If one of these isn’t the reason, give Appalachian Heating a call at (304) 877-5566.
Your AC Won’t Turn On
There can be several reasons your AC won’t work, like an overloaded circuit breaker, incorrect thermostat settings, a shut-off switch, or an overfull condensate drain pan.
Triggered Circuit Breaker
Your AC won’t work when you have a tripped circuit breaker. To see if one has blown, check your property’s main electrical panel, where your circuit breakers are located.
Incorrect Thermostat Settings
If your thermostat isn’t giving a signal to your AC system to work, it won’t. The key point is to make sure it’s set to “cool,” not “heat.” Otherwise, it may not turn on.
Shut-Down Switch
Your AC typically has a power-cutting device around its outside unit. If it has recently been fixed, the switch may have inadvertently been put in the “off” position.
Clogged Condensate Drain Pan
A condensate drain pan catches the condensation your AC removes from the air. If it’s clogged, water can accumulate, prompting a safety control to switch off your AC.
Blows Warm Air
If your air conditioner is running but not cooling, its airflow could be clogged. Or it could not have enough refrigerant. Our AC repair experts can determine the cause.
Clogged Airflow
Your AC’s airflow can be decreased by a plugged air filter or dirty condenser. We recommend replacing flat filters monthly, and accordion filters every three months.
Leaking Refrigerant
When ACs don’t have ample refrigerant, they’ll struggle to remove heat and humidity. A certified HVAC expert can repair the leak and restore the proper level of refrigerant.
Not Blowing Enough Air
When it feels like you’re not getting adequate amounts of cold air, there’s usually a blockage or separation inside your AC unit, or your ductwork may need to be repaired.
Beckley and Mt. Hope’s AC Repair FAQs
Troubleshooting and navigating your AC repair needs can seem like a lot of guesswork, but it doesn’t have to be. The Appalachian Heating team is here to answer your questions about AC issues and how to best repair them.
When your AC unit freezes up, there are a variety of reasons why it could be doing so. The most common reasons include:
- Dirty filters
- Low refrigerant
- Dirty evaporative coils
- Faulty blower motor or relay
A dirty filter is something you can easily fix on your own, but the others need to be done by a professional like those at Appalachian Heating. Contact us at (304) 877-5566 with any additional questions or to schedule service.
The short answer is yes. Dirt and other debris can impede your AC system’s ability to work efficiently. It is not unusual for your AC to have frost or ice on it during the winter, but it also features defrost controls to ensure it works efficiently in all kinds of weather.
Brush, plants, and shrubbery can obstruct your AC’s outdoor condensing system. This can restrict its airflow, making it less energy-efficient and functional. Here’s a cleaning regimen you can follow to get your system operating smoothly again:
- Shut off the electrical current completely at the breaker or external device.
- Get rid of yard waste around the air conditioner.
- Once you’ve removed bigger clutter within a two-foot area, use a soft brush or vacuum to slowly remove dust from the unit’s fins.
- Warped fins can also impact effectiveness, so you can attempt to straighten them with a dinner knife.
- Use a hose nozzle to carefully clean the fins from inside the equipment.
- Don’t get liquid on the fan motor, as this can damage it.
- Replace the top and turn the power back on.
