Atlantic Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Inc. Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Air Conditioning Repair’

Risks of Putting Off an AC Repair Appointment

Monday, May 6th, 2024

Did you know that putting off an AC repair appointment can leave permanent damage inside of your air conditioner? It’s true. AC repairs are usually easy to address when you catch them early. But putting off service can mean lasting damage to your unit that continues to cause problems years down the road.

You can give our team a call anytime you think you need air conditioning repair in Sussex County, DE. You can also keep reading to learn more about what can happen when you put off addressing air conditioning repair needs. We’re even highlighting some of the signs that can indicate your air conditioner needs to be repaired so you can catch problems early.

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Your AC Repair Problem Could Be a Little Fan Sensor Like This

Monday, July 17th, 2023

Your air conditioner runs, and it runs, and it doesn’t stop. You can feel air coming out of the vents, but it’s not cold—it’s just a little cool. What’s going on?

The house temperature isn’t dropping enough for the thermostat to signal to the air conditioner that it can shut down now. And the issue could be a little sensor inside your AC that’s acting haywire.

It’s something you need AC repair in Sussex County, DE for, that much is certain, but when you learn what it is, you’ll be surprised that it can cause that much disruption.

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How Regular Air Conditioning Service Saves You Money Over Time

Monday, June 5th, 2023

It’s easy to look at the cost of an air conditioning maintenance appointment, then look at your fully functioning AC, and think that you don’t need maintenance. After all, it’s working fine, so what’s the worry?

We’re going to explain why maintenance, as well as timely repairs (meaning that you call for repairs the moment you notice an issue) save you money in the long run.

When you need air conditioning service in Sussex County, DE to help you save money through timely repairs and maintenance, well, that’s why you have us. Let’s explain how this all works.

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Is an AC Supposed to Be Replaced Every 10 Years?

Monday, October 10th, 2022

You may have heard this bit of advice from someone, possibly an “HVAC contractor” with less than reliable credentials: “Your AC is 10 years old, so it’s time to get a new one.”

The truth is that air conditioning systems don’t have an absolute “replace by” date, and most air conditioners that have regular maintenance will last past 10 years without problem.

But this does lead to another question: when should an air conditioning system be replaced? It’s a good question to consider during the fall, since it’s a convenient time to arrange for a replacement system when you’re not using either your AC or your heating system.

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Main Causes of a Failed AC Compressor

Monday, August 15th, 2022

Perhaps the biggest AC problem you want to avoid is a failed compressor. The reason is simple: the cost to replace a compressor (unless it’s still under warranty) is expensive enough that it’s often more cost-effective to have the whole air conditioner replaced.

What can cause a compressor to fail? There are several common sources we’re going to look at below. Understanding the ways a compressor can fail will help you avoid this problem and call for air conditioning repairs in Dover, DE, to head off a much more expensive repair or replacement in the near future.

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Help, My AC Can’t Keep Up With the Heat!

Monday, August 1st, 2022

We’re in the middle of a severe heat wave in the Northeast of the US, with record-breaking temperatures and heat advisory warnings. This is a time when you’ll be glad to have a working central air conditioning system in your home. It can literally be a lifesaver.

Yet the extreme heat can also expose an air conditioner that can’t keep pace with demands. Is it just because the heatwave is more than the air conditioner was designed to take? That’s unlikely. If your AC was accurately sized for your house when it was installed (and we’ll talk more about that below), it should still manage a comfortable temperature indoors even with 100°F heat outside. It will need to run for longer to maintain comfort, but it should be capable of delivering.

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Breaking Down 5 Common Myths About Air Conditioners

Monday, July 18th, 2022

Air conditioning technology has been around for a long time, but many people still have misunderstandings about ACs. Although it’s easy to access information about air conditioning systems, it’s also easy to come across incorrect information—and that’s why many myths about ACs still spread around.

In this post, we’re going to break down 5 common myths about air conditioning systems. Knowing the truth about ACs can help you with your own home cooling system. Whenever you need help from experts with your air conditioning in Delaware, call our team for help.

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Answering Your Questions About an AC Leaking Water

Monday, May 23rd, 2022

If you listen to the sounds your air conditioning system makes when it’s running, you will hear the occasional drip and splash of water. This isn’t a malfunction but a normal sound you can expect from an AC working the way it should. The sound will also help explain why at some point you may notice water leaking out of your air conditioner.

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A Dying AC in September … Should You Have It Replaced Now?

Monday, September 13th, 2021

A central air conditioning system that starts to fail in September. That’s almost the textbook definition of a problem you can “put off.” Or one you think you can put off.

But procrastination is rarely a virtue, and in this case, delaying doing something about an AC that’s on the way out can create serious problems. When it comes to your home comfort, it’s always best to act fast, whether you need an air conditioning repair in Dover or it’s time to have the full system replaced.

We’ll go into more detail about why rapid response AC replacement is always best, no matter the month.

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Do I Need Professionals for Every AC Repair?

Monday, August 2nd, 2021

We think a better way to phrase this question is “Do I need professionals to solve every AC problem?” Because when it comes to what we would call a “repair” for an air conditioner, the answer to “Do I need professionals” is a straightforward “yes.” Any work that involves opening up part of the air conditioning system and using tools to fix troubles must be left to licensed and experienced pros. Attempting any of this work on your own, with nothing but store-bought tools and an online tutorial video, will likely make whatever is wrong far worse, create additional problems, and void the equipment warranty.

However, there is a difference between repairs and troubleshooting. Some air conditioning problems don’t require full repairs but only basic adjustments that you can do on your own. They don’t require tools or expertise or any tinkering around inside either indoor or outdoor components. We’ll go over some of what you can do to solve AC troubles before you call us for professional air conditioning repair in Delaware.

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