What’s Ailing Your AC? Signs Your Air Conditioner Needs Service Or Replacement
With the temperatures heading up to the 90’s next week, the last thing you want is to be stuck without AC in the middle of the heat. You can avoid this stressful and uncomfortable situation by paying attention to warning signs and repairing or replacing your air conditioner before the peak season. Even if it doesn’t need replacement, fixing an ailing air conditioner can also boost its efficiency, saving you money on your energy bill.
Here are 4 Signs it’s Time to Service Your Air Conditioner
Thermostat Issues
If your air conditioning system is functioning inconsistently, your thermostat could be malfunctioning. If one part of your house is extra cold but another is barely cool at all, you should have your thermostat checked.
Noise
Noises coming from your air conditioning unit usually signal extra strain on the machinery, indicating that the unit cannot keep up with the demands of cooling your home. You may only need to replace a part of the machine, or the entire air conditioning unit.
High Energy Bills
During the summer months, keep an eye on your monthly energy bills. A large spike during a particularly hot month is a tell tale sign that your AC unit is struggling to function properly. It can’t do its job effectively, and the inefficiency is reflected in your energy bill.
Failure
The most obvious indication that you need to replace your air conditioning unit is a malfunctioning compressor. If your AC simply isn’t doing its job, you probably need to replace the unit. Most air conditioning units last about 10 years, depending on how faithfully they’ve been maintained—if yours is getting old, have it replaced before it fails.
Avoid high bills by keeping your air conditioning unit is in peak condition. If you think you may need a new air conditioning unit, contact us. We have extremely energy efficient models that can save you money month after month. Don’t get stuck without air conditioning in the hot Sacramento summer! For more information, call 916-609-2669
