Living along the east coast can result in some hot, muggy summers. First Class HVAC understands how important having a working air conditioning unit is to survive the summer heat. Even if an AC unit is working correctly, your house may still be warm due to a lack of refrigerant in your unit. This issue can also lead to severe damage to your air conditioning unit. Anyone who believes their unit may be low on refrigerant or any other kind of problem should contact First Class HVAC immediately. As the leaders of air conditioning repair in Kent County, our team is prepared to help Delaware and Maryland homeowners get ready for the warmer temperatures ahead. Keep an eye out for these easy-to-spot signs that your AC unit may be running out of refrigerant.
- High Electric Bill – One of the obvious signs that your AC is struggling to keep your house cool is a high electric bill. Now it is normal to see a rise in your electric bill once you turn your AC on when the weather breaks. However, a big jump from one summer to the next can be a clear sign that your AC is low on refrigerant. With little to no refrigerant, your air conditioner will continue to run longer than expected in an attempt to keep the house cool.
- House Isn’t Cool – If your house just doesn’t seem to be as comfortable as you’d hope, you most likely have an issue with your unit. Even if it’s the first time you are turning on your AC since last summer and you don’t notice the house get cool after about 18-to-24 hours, give us a call at First Class HVAC. One of our technicians will come out to inspect your unit and fix the issue.
- Ice on the Refrigerant Line – Located on the outside of an AC unit, you’ll find the refrigerant line. As the main instrument to keep your house comfortable, the refrigerant line pumps the cold air into the unit which is then pumped into the home. Any sign of ice or condensation on a refrigerant line is a bad sign. Although it may appear to be a good thing, an icy refrigerant line can lead to severe damage.
For more information on First Class HVAC or our AC repair service in Sussex County, contact us today!