Addressing Routine Air Conditioner Performance Issues
There are some air conditioning problems that can be well worth taking the time and effort to mitigate. Otherwise, your system will suffer from performance draining issues that could leave your home uncomfortable, despite the system running at maximum capacity.
Minimize Odors From The Unit
Homeowners will often focus almost exclusively on the temperature of the air being produced by their air conditioner. However, odors can also be a major problem for these systems. One of the most common sources of foul odors will be due to moisture getting in the system as this can lead to the growth of mold. Dirt and dust on the filter of the system will also contribute to smells developing and spreading throughout the home. Sanitizing the system and keeping the filters regularly are the key steps to preventing this disruptive and unpleasant problem from striking your home.
Prevent The System From Freezing Over
An air conditioning system that has frozen over can become severely damaged if it is allowed to continue running. An air conditioner icing over is often the result of either running the system when it is fairly cool outside or failing to keep the system's coils maintained. Poorly maintained coils will not be able to effectively absorb or radiant heat, which can cause the system to ice over. It is often difficult to notice that this problem is occurring due to the system being located in difficult to access areas. One of the most noticeable indications that this problem is occurring will be a sudden loss of cool air or pressure from the system. Inspecting the unit as soon as you notice this issue can help you to limit the damage if it has frozen over.
Keep The Vent Fins Straight
The vent fins serve the important function of preventing large materials from entering the air conditioner. Unfortunately, these fins can be surprisingly easy to bend and warp. Whenever you are working on or near the air conditioning unit, you should take great care to avoid accidentally warping the fins. If you happen to accidentally damage the fins, you can use a fin comb to straighten them back into their original positions.
Maintain The Thermostat
The thermostat is another part of the air conditioning system that will often be neglected. Dirty or damaged thermostats can severely weaken the ability of the system to function as this component controls when and how long the system runs. Regularly dusting the thermostat can limit the risk of unreliable performance. If you notice that your thermostat is providing unreliable temperature readings, you may need to have it replaced.
Contact a service, like I C E Heating & Cooling, for more help.
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