You should always have your air-conditioning system tuned-up at the start of the season, but sometimes, problems can arise that you didn’t expect. Fortunately, a trained technician can usually diagnose the problem and recommend a solution. There are certain steps a competent technician will take to ensure they diagnose your problem correctly. Here’s what to expect from your serviceman as he attempts to make a diagnosis.
- Check the refrigerant level. Depleted refrigerant is the most common cause of air-conditioning trouble, so it should be checked first.
- Check for refrigerant leaks. If the coolant is below the proper level, a technician should ensure there are no leaks causing a depletion of refrigerant at a faster rate than usual.
- Capture released refrigerant. Sometimes, when checking for leaks, the system must be drained of refrigerant. Instead of illegally releasing it into the atmosphere, a responsible, Certified, properly equipped technician will capture it to re-use or dispose of.
- Seal duct leaks. Air travels through ducts before it’s released from the supply vents to cool your home. Inadequate cooling could be due to leaky ducts, and a trained technician will know how to check for and fix such leaks.
- Measure airflow through the evaporator coil. This interior component of your air-conditioning system should be checked for proper function.
- Inspect the electrical control sequence. These can be skewed and allow the heating and cooling system to operate simultaneously. A technician should make sure this can’t happen.
- Verify electrical terminal connections. These should be cleaned and tightened by the technician.
- Check belts and motors. If needed, belts should be tightened or replaced if they are worn excessively and motors should be oiled.
- Inspect the thermostat. When you set the temperature in your home, you want to know the thermostat is giving you an accurate reading. A technician can verify this.
If you suspect an air-conditioning problem, contact Hansberger Refrigeration and Electricbefore the issue gets worse. Our knowledgeable technicians will be able to diagnose a problem by running all of these checks on your cooling system. Then, we offer affordable repair and replacement rates to return your Yuma home to a comfortable temperature.
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