Fall is right around the corner and your air conditioning system has outlived another cooling season. But surviving this summer doesn’t mean it will keep cooling the next time temperatures rise. Here are some indicators that your AC may be on its last summer.
Not cooling your home
Your air conditioning equipment is meant to keep you cool and comfortable on the hottest days, so if your system is not keeping your family cool (and you’re uncomfortable) there’s likely a problem. There are a lot of situations where your air conditioner might stop cooling – compressor failure, a wrong calibrated thermostat, or a refrigerant leak. Once you’ve determined the situation, it may be ideal to just let go of your little engine that could, and purchase a newer, more energy-efficient AC – hopefully one that keeps your family cool.
More Frequent Repairs
If you’re needing AC repairs every summer, it may be time to face facts and invest in a new one. Frequent air conditioning repairs are a good indicator that your AC is starting to breakdown and you don’t want to be stuck in the middle of summer with a blistering hot home.
Paying More in Energy Bills
If you see a rise in your cooling bills that could be an indication that something is amiss. If your air conditioner is working excessive overtime, it could result in you working overtime to afford it, and it might be a better option for you to purchase a more energy-efficient air conditioner that can easily reduce your peak season cooling payments.
Drop in Air Flow
If your air isn’t blowing as strong as it used to be, it could be a signal that your AC is on its last leg. Inspect your home’s air filters to make sure they do not require replacing and, if not, call an expert to help discover the problem.
Constantly Turning On
If your system is always running, especially if it’s not blowing much cool air, then you probably have a problem. It might be a problem that’s easy to resolve with a Precision tune-up, but it could also be an indicator that your AC has to work extra to keep your home cool and comfortable and that results in wasted energy and wasted money.
Odd Noise
If your air conditioning system starts producing strange noises, there could be a problem. Higher pitched noises may mean an issue with one of the motors. Rattling noises may indicate a part has come loose. Don’t risk it. Call an expert to take a look and determine if it’s a problem worth repairing or if it will continue to be an ongoing issue.
Signs of Aging
Similar to everything (and everyone), the older something gets, the weaker it usually gets. Is your air conditioner not cooling as efficiently as it did five years ago? Are certain rooms hotter or colder than others? Is it taking longer to get your home cool? All of these are common signals of an aging air conditioner. If your air conditioner is having a hard time and is nearing or over 10 years in age, call Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning and 321-428-7635 for a free in-home estimate and find out about our current promotions on energy-efficient systems.