AC Not Cooling?

Have you ever gone through the problem of your air conditioning unit blowing out hot air instead of cooling your room? This issue can get on our nerves especially during the hot summers. There are many reasons why your air conditioning system is not in its proper state. Read on to find out how to fix AC and the 6 common reasons why your AC is not cooling your room.

6 Reasons why your AC is not cooling

Is Your Thermostat Set Correctly?

Often the thermostat is the problem behind an uncooperative central air conditioning system.

If your thermostat is set at a higher threshold, it might not actually be turning on. For example, if it’s 24°C, and your air conditioner temperature setting is 28°C.

It might also not be cooling if it’s on the ‘Auto’ setting instead of ‘On’.

Have You Been Changing Your Filter?

You might not think your filter contributes to your AC not blowing cold air, but it does.

If you haven’t been regularly checking and changing your air filter, it’s most likely your ac unit has a dirty air filter that is now extremely clogged.

A central air conditioning unit with a clogged filter will restrict airflow into your home and cause damage to other parts ac units, like the evaporator coil. This means that you won’t only notice a lack of cold air, but probably a little more dust and overall stuffiness due to airborne particles not being filtered out.

Is Your Condenser Dirty?

The outdoor part of your air conditioner is called a condenser. When dirt and debris get in there, it interferes with the process.

Your air conditioner will have to work much harder to pull in air and cool it. It’s very similar to the problem you’ll experience with a clogged filter.

Are There Mechanical Problems?

Air conditioners experience normal wear and tear over time, like most things. This means it may experience a mechanical issue at some point during its life. Knowing how your AC works can be a good place to start when figuring out what mechanical issues might exist.

If your air conditioner isn’t operating as usual (or at all), or if your ac isn’t running as long as it should and you’ve checked your thermostat and filter, you should contact us immediately to examine the inner workings of your system.

Is There a Refrigerant Leak?

Refrigerant is cycled between the outdoor and indoor air conditioner units, compressing and expanding as it does. You should never have to replace it, or top it off, because it never runs out.

But when a refrigerant leak occurs, there’s not enough of it to effectively absorb heat. You’ll therefore notice a decrease in cool air.

Is There a Leak in Your Ductwork?

This is a little harder to diagnose but could be costing you both cold air and money.

A leak in the ductwork means that the cold air is being filtered out into the walls before it reaches the vents. A leak in the ductwork means that the cold air is being filtered out into the walls before it reaches the vents. It also means the same is happening to your heat in the winter.