What are common problems with air conditioners? These can include several common malfunctions that affect your central cooling system. When air temperatures drop in the areas where your air conditioner is placed, your unit will not work properly. There are simple things you can do to resolve these issues and improve your indoor air quality. Contact 32 Degrees Heating & Air for more information on air conditioning repair.

A: Your central air conditioning unit (also called your refrigerant regulator) is an essential part of the process which cools your home. This part functions by removing heat from the air and transferring it into your AC compressor. It is located between your evaporator and condenser coils. Most often this component will malfunction as it gets old and begins to run down.

This is a common problem for ACs that have been used for many years and was probably expected. But if it continues to happen, it could be a symptom of a larger problem affecting your air conditioner. For instance, if you have a dirty or badly maintained evaporator coil, dirt or debris could get inside and cause your air conditioner not to cool efficiently. The most common cause of this problem is dirty ductwork, which may be difficult or even impossible to clean.

This is one of the most common problems with ACs that occurs because of poor maintenance practices. Over time, the evaporator coils build up dust and debris, which then clog the passage to your evaporator. If not cleaned regularly, this debris and dust can also collect in your air ducts. This, too, can cause your air conditioner not to cool efficiently, so you need to address the issues that cause this first.

This is another common problem with ACs, especially in those that were used for industrial purposes. Air filters and motors often need to be changed or cleaned because they have become contaminated or clogged. Not only does this cause your air conditioner not to cool efficiently, but it could potentially be a fire hazard. A professional can quickly make the necessary changes for you.

These are some of the most common problems with ACs, but they do not mean that you have to throw away your old unit. Just because something seems like a common problem with an air conditioning unit, that does not mean that it is. Your air conditioner could be running fine, or it might have a tiny bit of dust in the vents. There are many options when it comes to cleaning or repairing your AC. Just make sure you find a qualified professional before you do any work.