When Your Air Conditioner Won't Work

When Your Air Conditioner Won't Work

  • Making The Switch From Cooling To Heating

    When the temperatures start to cool down for the season, you will find yourself reaching for the "heat" button on your thermostat sooner or later. Before you make the transition from cooling to heating your home, here are some things that you should do to shut down your AC for the season and begin using the heater. Closing Down Your AC System The first thing to do is to take care of end-of-season air conditioner maintenance tasks.

  • Three Things To Keep In Mind About Maintaining Your Heating System

    Your heating system may be an appliance that you take for granted until it starts to suffer malfunctions. Sadly, many homeowners may not be aware that there are some steps that they can take to help improve the performance of their heating system while also reducing the risks of it developing serious problems. To help your heating system function as efficiently as possible, keep these three maintenance tips in mind for this coming winter.

  • How To Prepare Your Condenser For Winter

    With winter approaching, is very important to take the proper steps to prepare your air conditioner for the off-season. If you don't properly cover up the condenser unit, you can end up having problems with your AC system. By protecting the condenser unit and giving it a quick cleaning, you can ensure that it is ready to go when the temperature starts to heat up again and you want to use your air conditioner.

  • When Your AC And Circuit Breaker Do Not Work In Harmony ~ Expect The Breaker To Keep Tripping

    Does your circuit breaker trip when your air conditioning system is running? If so, and this phenomenon started recently, you are likely puzzled and worried about whether or not you have a serious electrical or HVAC issue. Perhaps you have been resetting the circuit breaker when it trips; this is something that you need to stop doing immediately, because the breaker may be tripping in response to serious safety issues. The following things should be checked to ensure that they are not the reasons why your circuit breaker and AC do not appear to be harmoniously working together.

  • Mini-Split AC Systems: A Great Choice For Homeowners Who Don't Need Heat, Too

    Do you live in an area where you consistently need to cool your home but never need to heat it? Instead of having a standard, ducted AC system installed in your new home, consider having a mini-split AC system installed instead. Here's a closer look at what a mini-split AC system is, and why it's such a good choice in homes that need only cooling – no heating. What is a mini-split system?

About Me

When Your Air Conditioner Won't Work

My name is Maura, and I am certified in HVAC installation and repair. I have many clients who call me in a panic because they have turned on their air conditioners and nothing has happened. Your air conditioning technician will get to you as soon as possible, but there are some steps you can take while you are waiting. You might just find that you are able to fix the problem on your own, although you will still want to have a professional assess the situation. In this blog I will take you through some common reasons your air conditioner might not be working and show you some easy temporary solutions.

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