AC Repair in Huntingburg, IN: How to Fix 3 Typical Problems

There can be a couple of causes why your AC unit won’t work: a tripped circuit breaker, incorrect thermostat settings, a turned off switch or an overfull condensate drain pan.

Your cooling won’t run when you have a blown breaker.

To determine if one has blown, find your house’s main electrical panel. You can locate this gray box on the wall in the basement, garage or closet.

• Ensure your hands and feet are dry before you check the panel or breakers.
• Look for the breaker labeled “AC” and make sure it’s in the “on” spot. If it’s tripped the switch will be in the in between or “off” location.
• Quickly shift the breaker back to the “on” location. If it instantly trips again, don’t touch it and call us at 812-200-5844. A fuse that keeps turning off may indicate your home has an electrical problem.

If your thermostat isn’t giving a sign to your AC to start, it won’t switch on.

The key point is checking it’s on “cool” and not “heat.” Otherwise your air conditioner will probably not start running. Or you may receive. heated air blowing from vents because the furnace is running instead.

If you have a traditional thermostat:

• Put in new batteries if the monitor is empty. If the readout is showing scrambled letters, replace the thermostat.
• Check the proper mode is on the display. If you can’t change it, cancel it by decreasing the temperature and pushing the “hold” button. This will make your AC start if scheduling is wrong.
• Attempt to set the thermostat 5 degrees lower than the room’s temperature. Your AC won’t cool if the thermostat matches the house’s temperature.

Once your thermostat is calibrated properly, you should begin getting cool air quickly.

If you rely on a smart thermostat, such as one produced by Nest, Ecobee, Lux, Honeywell or Bosch, look at the manufacturer’s website for assistance. If you still can’t get it to work, reach us at 812-200-5844 for help.

Your system typically has a power-cutting device near its outdoor unit. This switch is generally in a metal box mounted on your home. If your air conditioner has recently been maintained, the lever may have accidentally been placed in the “off” position.

Condensate drain pans hold the surplus condensation your AC removes from the air. This pan can be found either below or within your furnace or air handler.

When there’s an obstruction or clogged drain, water can accumulate and initiate a safety setting to turn off your equipment.

If your pan involves a PVC pipe or drain, you can get rid of the extra liquid with a custom pan-cleaning capsule. You can buy these tabs at a home improvement or hardware store.

If your pan involves a pump, locate the float switch. If the lever is “up” and there’s liquid in the pan, you may need to get a new pump. Reach us at 812-200-5844 for help.

If your system is running but not providing cold air, its airflow may be clogged. Or it might not have sufficient refrigerant.

Your equipment’s airflow can be restricted by a plugged air filter or filthy condenser.

A dusty filter can lead to numerous problems, such as:

• Reduced comfort
• Icy refrigerant lines or evaporator coil
• Inconsistent cooling
• Increased utility costs
• Causing your system to wear out sooner

We suggest replacing flat filters monthly, and accordion filters every three months.

If you can’t remember when you last replaced yours, turn off your unit totally and take out the filter. You can spot the filter in your furnace or air pump’s blower compartment. It could also be located in an adjoining filter case or wall-mounted return air grille.

Tilt the filter up to your light fixture. If you see a lot of dust you need to replace it.

Weeds, plants and sticks can get in the way of your condensing system. This can limit its airflow, make it less energy efficient and affect your comfort. Here’s how you can get your system operating well again.

1. Switch off the electrical current totally at the breaker or outdoor lever.
2. Get rid of plant rubbish around the AC. Once you’ve gotten rid of larger refuse within a two-foot space, you can use a fine-bristled brush or vacuum to gingerly remove dirt from the equipment’s fins. Misshapen fins can also impact capability, so you can attempt to reshape them with a dinner knife.
3. Use a hose nozzle to carefully take off dirt on the fins from inside the unit. Don’t get moisture on the fan motor.
4. Put the top back on and turn the power back on.

When air conditioning units don’t have adequate refrigerant, they’ll have difficulty removing heat and humidity from the air.

Here are a few signs that your system is seeping refrigerant:

1. It takes an extended amount of time to cool your rooms and you’re constantly lowering the thermostat.
2. Air conditioning blowing through the ducts isn’t as chilly as it should be.
3. You’re experiencing hissing or bubbling sounds when the air conditioning runs.
4. Your evaporator coil is iced over as a result of having trouble handling warmth.

Suspect your system is leaking refrigerant? You need a qualified heating and cooling service expert to repair the leak and refill the right measurement of refrigerant in your equipment. Reach us at 812-200-5844 for assistance.

When it seems like you’re not receiving adequate amounts of cool air, there’s probably a blockage or separation somewhere in your AC system.

• The beginning stage is checking your air filter. Replace it if it’s dusty.
• Then make sure the ductwork is free around your rooms.
• If you’re still not getting enough chilly air, you should have your ductwork checked by a professional like Dearing's Service & Solutions. Your duct system might need to be repaired or rejoined in hard-to-reach areas like your attic, basement or crawl space.