HVAC repair and maintenance series: When is an Emergency AC Unit repair necessary?

People think calling for emergency repair should happen only when your unit suddenly stops working. No, you should consider calling for help when you see those red flags, such as your unit causing water damage, having electrical leakages, or you dont feel the cooling air. I will explain this in detail in this article.

An emergency is essential because it is fast acting and gives you rest of mind knowing that you did not allow the problem to generate some more extensive damage such as an accident or even fire; for example, Marin Dolon believes that your air conditioner is actually a fire hazard; She is not alone even ABC news reports that the weather condition can turn air conditioners into fire hazards, AC fires are linked to many deaths and injuries and property damage that runs into millions. The data shows that in 2010, 7,400 fires were due to faulty air conditioners, especially window units. According to studies, the window unit is 1.8 times more likely to cause a hazard than the central Unit air conditioners.

Therefore the following recommendation is crucial to prevent fire hazards from AC units.

1. Clean and maintain your AC unit regularly. If not well maintained, then stop overusing it because it can cause a strain on the electrical systems and cause a fire. A working AC unit collects dirt and sand particles from the air that needs to be cleaned regularly, do this consistently and have a recording chart that reminds you when it is due
2. Following exact size specification requirements, you must try to match your AC unit’s amperage with the appropriate size electrical wiring. You may be courting fire when you connect an AC whose system requires more than the connected outlet unit. Do not do shortcut operations such as altering a new unit to fit an old outlet; ensure to follow the rule of ensuring that there is no overloading of electrical outlets, especially during the hot weather periods. Be very careful during the hot months of June, July and August (summer periods)
3. Do not clutter the areas where air conditioners are installed with flammable materials such as paper, dried leaves, and debris that can accumulate over time and be timed to cause a fire. Limiting such items to at least three feet from the airconditioner and keeping areas around the airconditioner always clean and free of fire-causing debris.
4. Always work with professionals: Professionals know when a change to vital parts and equipment is necessary. MrCool's HVAC products advocates for DIY installations, but please ensure a professional regularly does the maintenance.

HVAC experts advocate that proper and timely maintenance is key to preventing accidents from air conditioners.

The period that we must be careful with is particularly the hot months of summer. You should know when to call for emergency repairs as a non-functioning unit can cause temperature and humidity levels to rise, destroying materials in your home aside from causing discomfort.

AC unit problem that you should call for help.Emergency Alert.

Understanding the effects of a faulty AC unit is crucial and knowing when to call for help is the most important. Now let us discuss the AC problems we should consider as an emergency and call a certified HVAC technician to help fix the issues.

1. AC unit does not blow cool air; The first signal of a bad unit is when it does not blow cool air, this is the most significant function of the air conditioner, but before calling for help, please check if the circuit breaker and thermostat are working. Suppose the unit gets power, and the thermostat is set to cool at the appropriate temperature. In that case, you should consider it an emergency and call the HVAC technical professionals to diagnose and solve the problem. The hot temperature of the summer period is very discomforting. Call for help and get it working or replaced.
2. When the AC is leaking water, you should consider seeking help, and this is because water can cause a lot of damage to your property. Moisture caused by percolating water can also attract pests that promote the growth of molds within a brief period. Nipping these issues in the bud is enough to prevent costly future damages that can result not only on your properties but also on the AC itself. Minor damage can extend into extensive and expensive damage or even total replacement. It is a costly endeavor.
3. If your AC is causing electrical breaches, then it is time to call for help. You will know when your AC has electrical faults. Observe when it constantly trips the breaker and suddenly goes off. And in some cases, you will perceive a slight electrical burnt smell, then something is wrong, and ensure you put it off and call for help, do not try to do anything yourself. A professional will diagnose the problem solve the problem, and bring your home to cooling again, which is not free. If you are not a trained professional, do not experiment with a do-it-yourself strategy (DIY) here; it is a life-threatening activity, and you do not want to take that risk. Still, you will be happy and comfortable and able to stop an enormous financial future cost if it degenerates into fire or electric shock.

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