Comfort Incorporated Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Air Conditioning Service’

How to Listen for Signs of AC Trouble

Monday, August 10th, 2020

woman-covering-earsWouldn’t it be nice if someday there was a way for our air conditioners to tell us when they weren’t feeling well? Like, an app that sends us a text message saying, “Help! My refrigerant is low!” or “I think I have a bent fan blade.”

The truth is, this reality is probably not too far off in the future. But for now, it’s up to homeowners to keep an eye and ear out for problems and give our team a call to investigate. One of the most common signs of a problem is strange or unfamiliar noises coming from the air conditioning system. What sort of noises do we mean? Read on!

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What Does a Bad Capacitor Do to Your AC?

Monday, June 29th, 2020

outdoor-ac-unit-with-clipboard-on-topHere’s the thing—air conditioners are complex! They’re electronic devices involving wires, switches, capacitors, and many other components. When something goes amiss, there is often an electrical reason behind it. This isn’t always the case, of course, as air conditioners are susceptible to natural wear and tear. But a good rule of thumb if your well-maintained AC is showing troubling symptoms is to call a pro to check out the electrical connections.

We recommend calling pros versus trying to resolve the problem on your own for safety reasons—only a licensed and experienced professional should ever deal with all the wiring that’s involved.

We can tell you though, that if it is an electrical problem, it could very well have something to do with a failing or broken down capacitor. Read on to learn more!

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4 Reasons Your Air Conditioner Might Malfunction

Monday, August 26th, 2019

top-view-of-air-conditioner-unitDid you know that if you have a component break down in your air conditioning system, it could have a domino effect on the rest of the system? Meaning, one component becoming loose or breaking down could impact the component next to it, so on and so forth—and before you know it you’ll be stuck in the sweltering heat waiting for repairs—uncomfortably so.

Routine maintenance is the best way to ensure your system works as efficiently and effectively as possible, so if you haven’t kept up on this service, it’s not too late to schedule it now! Regardless of a tune-up appointment or not, the following are some common AC malfunctions we get calls for.

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Buying a New Air Conditioner? Don’t Rush!

Monday, March 25th, 2019

top-unit-of-outside-air-conditioning-unitThe official start of spring is a great reminder that summer is just around the corner! If you’ve lived in the area for even just a year, you know how uncomfortable it can get. Temperatures begin climbing, and humidity settles in like an old friend. So, this means that now is the time to think about your air conditioner—especially if you have an aging system that needs replacement!

If your air conditioner is over a decade old and is outdated, it is probably time to consider a replacement. Purchasing a new air conditioner, however, is something that comes with many considerations. It’s not a task you want to rush, for quite a few reasons. The good news is, you can contact our team to make not only an educated decision about what type of air conditioner to buy but also what size. This is just the start of why a pro should install your AC!

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