How to Check Your AC Refrigerant Level

How to Check Your AC Refrigerant Level

To ensure that your AC is working properly, it is essential to keep an eye on its refrigerant level. But the problem is that most people don’t think about their AC’s refrigerant level unless there is something majorly wrong with the appliance. As the result, they end up spending a large amount on repairs and inefficiency. To avoid such issues, you should know how to check your AC refrigerant level and when to get in touch with a professional for … Continue reading How to Check Your AC Refrigerant Level

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What is an AC “Hard Start”?

What is an AC Hard Start

Is your air conditioner not working as it should? Or are you noticing that it has been having trouble starting up? In this article, we explain in depth one of the most common problems owners will experience with air conditioners – the AC hard start. Read on to learn more about what causes AC hard starting and what you can do about it. If you are experiencing problems with your air conditioner in St. Louis and the surrounding areas, contact … Continue reading What is an AC “Hard Start”?

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DIY AC Service: 2 Things You Should Never Do to Your AC

DIY AC Service you Should Avoid

It is a wonderful feeling to walk into a cool air-conditioned house on a blistering summer day. Your AC keeps it refreshing, cool, and comfortable indoors. But what if your AC breaks down? The first thing that you do is try to figure out what happened. If your AC is not cooling properly, there may be a few DIY AC service things that you can do to fix the issue. Perhaps the air filter is clogged, so you can replace … Continue reading DIY AC Service: 2 Things You Should Never Do to Your AC

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A Guide to AC Refrigerant Leaks

A Guide to AC Refrigerant Leaks

Refrigerant is, without a doubt, the most important component of your air conditioning system. Also called coolant, it is a chemical compound that absorbs heat from the air indoors and expels it outdoors. By removing the heat, it cools the air indoors keeping your home comfortable during the hot summer days. Refrigerants are used in both ductless and ducted air conditioning systems. However, if your AC is not cooling as it should, it could be because of AC refrigerant leaks. … Continue reading A Guide to AC Refrigerant Leaks

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Deciding to Repair or Replace Your Air Conditioner

Deciding to Repair or Replace Your Air Conditioner

After a hot day in the sun, you love coming back to your air-conditioned comfortable house. But if your AC breaks down, and an HVAC technician suggests that it will need a major repair, you may consider whether it is worth it. So should you repair or replace the air conditioner? Whether to repair or replace an air conditioner is a big decision, and you have to keep a few things in mind. Read on to learn more about the … Continue reading Deciding to Repair or Replace Your Air Conditioner

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What to Do About Ice on AC Coil

What to Do About Ice on AC Coil

AC coils are designed to keep cool air circulating in your home. However, sometimes, AC coils can become frozen over with ice, which can cause your unit to overheat. If you notice ice on your AC coil, this is usually one of the top signs your AC needs repair. In this case, there are some things you can do to get your AC working at its peak again. But, if you are wondering how to know if your AC is … Continue reading What to Do About Ice on AC Coil

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5 Reasons Your AC Fan Is Not Working

Reasons Your AC Fan Is Not Working

The indoor fan of an AC is more than just a way for the air conditioner to circulate cooled air throughout the home. It is also how the air conditioner cools hot air coming in from the interiors by moving it over the evaporator coils. There is no way to supply any air around the home without a running fan. If your AC fan is not working, it is probably time to contact professionals for service. Understandably, you cannot go … Continue reading 5 Reasons Your AC Fan Is Not Working

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Is Your Air Conditioner Not Cool? Common Reasons Why Your AC is Not Keeping You Cool

Is Your Air Conditioner Not Cool

A small window AC is expected to cool only a small space like a single room. Even so, it may not provide even cooling in the entire room. However, with central air conditioning, we do expect that it will cool the entire house evenly and effectively. If your air conditioner is not keeping you cool, this can be frustrating and cause for alarm. When you install a central air conditioning unit in your home, you want it to hold up … Continue reading Is Your Air Conditioner Not Cool? Common Reasons Why Your AC is Not Keeping You Cool

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Why You Need to Change Your AC Filter Regularly

Why You Need to Change Your AC Filter Regularly

When did you last change your AC filter? Most people do not know how important it is to change their AC’s air filter regularly. This often leads to big problems down the road, as a dirty air filter can cause your AC to work less efficiently and can even lead to costly repairs. Changing your air filter is easy and only takes a few minutes, but it is something that many people neglect. Make sure to add it to your … Continue reading Why You Need to Change Your AC Filter Regularly

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What to Do When Your AC Starts and Stops Too Often

What to Do when your AC Starts and Stops too often

Summertime is in full swing and that means air conditioning season is upon us! While your AC is hopefully keeping you nice and cool, it is not uncommon for the AC to start and stop frequently, especially during the hotter summer months. If your AC starts and stops more often than normal, it is important to call a St. Louis HVAC professional as soon as possible for air conditioner servicing. But first, you also need to know what the normal … Continue reading What to Do When Your AC Starts and Stops Too Often

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