{"id":581,"date":"2021-05-10T18:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-05-11T01:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hometownheatingandair.com\/blog\/?p=581"},"modified":"2023-04-04T09:10:58","modified_gmt":"2023-04-04T16:10:58","slug":"3-signs-that-your-air-conditioner-needs-repair","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hometownheatingandair.com\/blog\/air-conditioning-service\/3-signs-that-your-air-conditioner-needs-repair\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Signs That Your Air Conditioner Needs Repair"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Though it would be nice if it did, your air conditioning system won\u2019t last forever<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

And think about it, a vehicle with 200,000 miles on it won\u2019t\ndrive like a brand new car. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So if you have an aging air conditioner, chances are that\nthe system is going to need repairs at some point, even if you haven\u2019t already\ninvested in repairs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The thing is, air conditioner issues that go unmanaged can\nquickly have a domino effect, with one broken component leading to another, and\nso on. For example, the smallest refrigerant leak can keep going until your compressor\nhas too little in it to even be able to function, and so it burns out.\nUnfortunately, the compressor is the most expensive part in your air\nconditioner, and if it fails it likely means it\u2019s time to replace the whole\nentire system. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Detect the Signs That You Need AC Repair<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s probable that you already know if your air conditioner is making loud banging noises, or if the air coming out of your vents is very warm despite a correct thermostat setting, that it means something is drastically wrong and the system needs repair. Not all repair needs are this obvious though\u2014in fact, some are pretty subtle. Read on as we uncover 3 of these subtle signs that your AC is in need of repair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Drop in Efficiency<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This is a big sign that something is amiss with your air\nconditioner. If you notice your air conditioner doesn\u2019t seem to be keeping you\nas cool as it used to, or it\u2019s getting there eventually but taking a lot longer\nthan usual to cool down your house, then you\u2019re dealing with something that\u2019s\ncausing the system to work inefficiently. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The same can be said if you take a look at your energy bills\nand they\u2019re much higher than what you paid this same time last year, or what\nyou\u2019re paying in comparison to your neighbors. You deserve to be comfortable at\nan affordable price! Don\u2019t accept poor efficiency. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unusual Noises<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We always say that if your air conditioner is making noises\nit never has before, then it\u2019s time to call us for repairs. However, sometimes\nthose noises can be so quiet at first that you don\u2019t even realize where they\u2019re\ncoming from. For instance, what if you hear something that resembles a bubbling\nor hissing sound? This isn\u2019t normal, and probably means you have a refrigerant\nleak. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you hear a slight moaning noise, it can be that something\nis loose and getting ready to break, like a fan belt or a fan. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The longer these noises go on without investigating them,\nthe more likely it is that you\u2019ll face a much bigger repair need than\nnecessary, and likely pay a lot more in the meantime. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Old Age<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Do you know how old your air conditioner is? You should know that even a system that is meticulously cared for and professionally maintained every year is designed to last about 10-15 years. Beyond this point, it will likely start working less efficiently and be more prone to issues. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You don\u2019t always have <\/em>to\nreplace an older air conditioner, but when you need repairs, it\u2019s best to\naddress them sooner rather than later. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For professional AC repair in Concord, CA<\/a> contact Hometown Heating and Air Conditioning<\/a> today! <\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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