4 Common AC Repairs to Prepare for As Summer Heats Up
Most homeowners know that even the newest, most fully functional air conditioners need maintenance. Without regular AC repairs, the equipment we use to stay cool during the hottest months of every North Texas summer would not be able to properly keep up, causing us to lose hundreds of dollars per year in energy bills and incur potential health risks.
Save your health, comfort, and budget by knowing how to proactively take care of your air conditioner. To prepare you for the remainder of summer, today we highlight four common AC repairs you may want to investigate before routine maintenance fixes become an emergency.
Refrigerant Leaks
Refrigerant, or coolant, is integral to your air conditioner’s ability to effectively cool your home. It helps your AC unit evaporate internal heat and cool expelled air. Some people believe that refrigerant needs to be refilled or recharged on occasion. However, if you are losing refrigerant that is a sign you have a leak, and a problem to address.
If you are losing refrigerant, call a licensed tech to locate and seal the source of the leak. While you might not notice a leak right away, you’ll likely detect a decrease in cooling output. If you notice your AC isn’t expelling cold air like it used to, make sure you rule out a refrigerant leak before you investigate further.
Clogged Condensate Lines
Clogged or dirty condensate lines can quickly lead to big trouble. If your lines are clogged, water will back up into your home. Even the tiniest bit of debris buildup can cause this trouble. If you notice any water leaking from your air conditioner, your condensate lines probably need to be cleaned out by a professional.
Worn Out Fan Belt
One of the easiest and most common issues to proactively maintain is a worn fan belt. When a fan belt shows wear, all a technician must do is simply take it off and replace it. Although the fan belt is a small component and fairly inexpensive, repercussions of not replacing a worn belt can be lead to a major system failure. A squeaking noise emitting from your system may alert you that the fan belt needs an update. Make sure you call a technician as soon as you sense something is amiss.
Major System Component Replacement
We hope this doesn’t happen to you, but many homeowners, at some point, need to replace a major system component. As soon as you notice something awry with your unit, give Gorman Mechanical a call. If you delay fixing a faltering AC, you may end up paying more than double in an emergency situation than what you would pay otherwise. Fortunately, we offer 24-hour AC repair services to help you when trouble shows up.
Prevent major system breakdowns and repairs by taking advantage of Gorman Mechanical’s preventive maintenance plans. Along with providing routine biannual service checkups in the spring and fall, you’ll also receive a discount on all repairs and service calls, priority scheduling, and exceptional product and service warranties.
Take care of your air conditioner now before it fails you by addressing these potential four common summer AC repairs. For more information, visit our website.
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I met with Gorman Mechanical’s Sales Manager. When he came out I had a bad taste in my mouth due to some misrepresentations made by another company that happened to be A rated on Angie’s List. Because of this I’m certain I was on the defensive and asked a million questions. He was very patient and took plenty of time answering all my questions. He was very knowledgeable and helped educate me on my options and the advantages/shortfalls of each. When I came to the actual bid, I felt it was very competitive compared to other bids I’d received. I felt so well informed and confident at that point I cancelled two other appointments I’d made for that day and signed up with Gorman Mechanical. He was able to promptly arrange a great deal on financing the bulk of the cost, leaving me to pay out of pocket for a couple last minute additions (extended warranty/Reme Halo). They did not want this until installation was complete. A couple days later they installed my new system and I’ve been very happy with it. Shortly after installation I had several other questions about maintenance and a small amount that was overcharged upon installation. He was very responsive answering my questions and arranging for a prompt refund check to be sent. Fortunately, it isn’t often that I need to spend so much money on an important purchase like this, but I felt very confident with my decision and going through the process with him and Gorman Mechanical made it painless. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Gorman Mechanical to friends and family.
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The repairman, Tim H., was prompt and courteous. I explained that he was a second opinion for our 21-year-old AC. The first company said that I would need 2 parts totaling $600 plus a coil that they would have to send a salesman out to quote me a price. Also first company was suggesting that I really needed whole new system. After inspection, Tim showed me how a part was wired the wrong way and he replaced a compactor and repaired a burnt wire. 2 lbs Freon were added. Total cost was retail: $217.75. I had a warranty so I paid less but what a difference in $600.00+ and $217.75! AC is working fine now. And we didn’t have to buy a new system. Thanks, Gorman Mechanical and Tim H.! The world needs more honest repairmen like you!
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