Don’t Ignore These AC Repair Warning Signs
Since you rely upon the home’s air conditioning system all summer long, it is important for you to recognize the difference between normal and abnormal air conditioning functions. Armed with this knowledge, you can catch problems while they are going sideways before they begin sliding downhill. The indications are clear signs that trouble is ahead.
- Warm Air. The air coming from the air conditioner should be in the 40-to-55-degree Fahrenheit range. When the air is much warmer than this, the air conditioning function is failing. First, check the air filter. If changing the air filter does not restore cold air, make a call to your HVAC technician.
- Humid Air. Warm air is usually associated with humid air, since the process of making the air cooler leads to removing moisture from the indoor air. If the indoor air is just as humid as the outdoor air, it should generate a call to our AC repair technician team.
- Weak Cool Air. If the air coming from the air conditioner is cool enough, but it is not a plentiful supply, there is a problem in the making. First, check the air filter. If changing the air filter does not restore the normal air flow, make a call to our AC repair technician team.
- Smelly Air. The air conditioner should circulate the available air in the home. If the air in the home is not smelly, but the air coming from the vent smells spoiled or musty, it needs to be addressed quickly to avoid triggering breathing problems for occupants.
- Noisy Air. If the air conditioner begins to make loud or unusual noises, often a screeching or grinding noise associated with failing blower motor bearings, it should elicit a call to your favorite HVAC technician. This noise will not go away on its own. It will get worse until the blower motor fails.
- Uneven Air. If the air in one room is much hotter than other parts of the home, it indicates a weakness developing in the air conditioner’s performance. Upstairs spaces, or spaces at the end of long runs of ductwork, are most likely to be hotter than the rest of the home. A weakened air conditioner will not get better over time, so make the call to a technician.
- Leaking Water. Finding a puddle near the outdoor condenser unit or the indoor air handler closet is a trouble sign. It could be a simple fix or it could be quite problematic, but either way, it needs to be addressed. This problem will not go away on its own, so call our AC repair technician team.
- Unusual AC cycles. You are familiar with the way your air conditioner runs under normal circumstances. During extremely hot weather, the cooling cycles may run a little longer than normal—that is to be expected. But if the air conditioner cycles very quickly or takes much longer than normal, even under normal conditions, it is sending a “Help me!” signal, so get our AC repair professionals involved.
- Settings Do Not Reflect Reality. The ON/OFF switch for your air conditioner is the thermostat; you are most likely familiar with how it works. If the settings on the thermostat do not reflect your indoor experience, it will need to be corrected by our AC repair technician team. Make the call.
- Unpleasant News in the Mail. If your electric utility bill skyrockets suddenly and unexpectedly, it may indicate that your poor ol’ air conditioning system is trying real hard to do what you request, but its inefficiency is requiring more energy (and more money). This is a problem that will not suddenly get better, so call our AC repair technician team.
Is Your AC Acting Up? It’s Time to Call a Mullinix AC Repair Technician
Your air conditioner often shows clear warning signs when it’s struggling, from blowing warm or humid air to making unusual noises or causing skyrocketing energy bills. Recognizing issues like reduced airflow, uneven cooling, or water leaks early can prevent minor problems from escalating into costly breakdowns. If you notice any of these red flags, it’s crucial to contact our team of qualified AC repair technicians promptly to diagnose and address the issue before it worsens.
For more information about R.M. Mullinix and our College Station AC repair services, schedule an appointment or visit our AC repair and maintenance information page.