When it’s a hot summer day in Ellsworth, nothing is worse than realizing your air conditioner isn’t performing the way it is meant to. The last thing you want to do is request AC help. But your HVAC is a fairly complex system, so it can be almost impossible to figure out what’s causing the trouble on your own.

That’s why Walter's-Eaton's Electric, Plumbing, Heating & AC wrote this handbook to help you find out what may be taking place with your AC. Here, you’ll discover some prevailing situtations that explain why your house is feeling too warm. And though a few of these are simple] DIY tasks, you could need to bring in a pro for AC repair.

And if you need us, Walter's-Eaton's Electric, Plumbing, Heating & AC is ready to assist. Here are five reasons why your air conditioner may not be cooling your home in Ellsworth.

1. Your System Settings Could Be Incorrect

Every home adjusts their thermostat a touch differently to suit their specific needs. Yet, a lot of homeowners make the mistake of setting their system to “On” as opposed to “Auto.” With this setting, the fan in your system will continue to produce an air current even once you’ve achieved your preferred temperature.

This can look like your AC is pushing out warmish air, when really it’s simply employing the fan more often than needed. Try switching this setting and see if things seem better.

2. Your Air Conditioner Needs to Be Cleaned

There are two main places to check for dirt or dust accrual when your home comfort system doesn’t appear to be operating as it should.

First, take a look at your HVAC filter. If you don’t change your filter routinely, buildup can make it hard for air to flow through and cool your house. If your filter is obviously dirty or dusty, it’s definitely time to replace it. (And as a rule, you need to replace it about once every three months at a minimum.)

If your filter seems fine, head to your external unit. Find out if there’s a reasonable amount of clearing around your air conditioner and clear away plants or litter stuck there. This part of your system discharges the heat from inside your space. If the coils outside are blocked, you won’t be feeling cool indoors.

We advise setting professional air conditioner maintenance every year to keep your system operating properly and to keep your warranty valid.

3. Your AC is Losing Refrigerant

Refrigerant is the chemical that conditions the air in your home. It cycles between your indoor and outside units to absorb and release heat, to help your space keep cool. If there is a crack along the way, you won’t be comfortable again until you schedule professional air conditioning repair.

Indications of a refrigerant leak include a decrease in cooled air, pricier monthly expenses, frozen evaporator coils and odd hissing noises coming from your air conditioner.

If you suspect refrigerant may be leaking, call Walter's-Eaton's Electric, Plumbing, Heating & AC for system repair as soon as possible. Refrigerant can also be hazardous to your family’s health.

4. One or More Parts Have to Be Replaced

Your system includes a couple essential pieces. These include the blower, evaporator coils, compressor, fan, condenser coils and expansion valve. If one part is failing, your home comfort is hurt.

Our Walter's-Eaton's Electric, Plumbing, Heating & AC technicians are trained and knowledged in HVAC. They can help you locate and fix any issue.

5. Your Air Conditioner Has to Be Upgraded

If your AC is older than 10 years old, it could likely be about time to think about new air conditioner installation. As your system gets up there in years, it unfortunately won’t function as well as it has in the past. And it might be making your house less comfortable.

If your system is newer but still isn’t cooling things off, it might be undersized for your home. HVAC systems are not all the same. An air conditioner that’s too small just can’t cool a space the way a properly sized AC can.

Find a More Comfortable Space with Walter's-Eaton's Electric, Plumbing, Heating & AC

You won’t have to lose a moment this summer in an unpleasant space. When your cooling system isn’t working the way it should, lean on Walter's-Eaton's Electric, Plumbing, Heating & AC. We’re experts in HVAC repair. Contact us at 715-318-6728 right away.