Columbus Air Conditioning Tips: 4 Things to Check on Your Broken AC Before Calling a Professional

A broken air conditioner is a stressful situation, especially since you’re considering whether or not you need a Columbus AC professional to come out. No one likes spending money to have a professional take a look at their system if they can fix it themselves, so before you call anyone, make sure to check for these problems. You may be able to fix the problem on your own without spending a dime.

Thermostat

The thermostat is one of the most common places where problems can occur with an air conditioner. Make sure the thermostat wasn’t knocked out of position and that the sensors near your coils are in the right place. Oftentimes, a bumped sensor or a slightly off thermostat can cause a problem and as a result, you’ll be left without steady cooling.

Check Your Filters

Another common problem that can cause issues with your Columbus air conditioner is filter clogging. While the system will continue to run with a clogged filter, there are a few issues that might pop up – it could smell funny or you might notice icing on the outside line (a major problem). If you allow the filter to get so clogged as to block the air flow from your system, you can expect a number of problems to crop up.

Blower Belts

Check the system’s blower belt for damage like cracking, excess slack or general wear. A blower belt that isn’t properly installed or that needs to be replaced will reduce air flow, which can result in ice buildup or poor air flow – this will make it harder for your system to maintain a steady temperature.

Check the Outdoor Unit

Check to make sure nothing is blocking the outdoor unit. Clean the condenser coils and remove any debris that might have built up around the outdoor unit. Often, slowed air flow is caused by nothing more than leaves piled in front of your condenser.

If these problems aren’t the culprit or if you fix them all and your system continues to struggle, it is time to call Quality Air Heating and Air Conditioning.