So, all of a sudden your AC system needs repair at your the Wasatch Front region home and you have no idea what to expect. It’s stressful enough to allow an AC repairman into your home, but then to wonder what they’re going to do can add even more unnecessary stress. No worries! Barlow Service Experts is here to inform you on the general A/C system repair process so you can be prepared when an expert air conditioning service technician needs to come out to your house.
AC Repair Starts Simple
When the service tech arrives to your home, the first thing they will most likely do is request to see your thermostat. It might sound silly, but they need to inspect it to make sure that it’s not merely a thermostat settings error. The repairman will verify the thermostat is programmed to cool and then decrease the temperature to see if that will trigger the air conditioner. A flawed or wrongly connected wire could be all that’s preventing you from having a comfortable home.
If this doesn’t fix the problem, the technician may need to look at your circuit breaker box. They might set the circuit switches to off and then back to on to see if that resets the system.
Getting to the nitty-gritty of AC Repair
The repairman will then probably ask to see the air conditioning equipment. Similar to a doctor, the service tech will begin their trial and error discovery process. There are multiple factors that could be the cause for an air conditioning system that isn’t functioning properly, and it’s up the repairman to inspect all the possible sources starting from the most ordinary issues to the least. The process could take anywhere from five minutes to an hour, possibly longer.
During the air conditioner diagnosis, they will likely check the air filter to verify it’s not clogged or requires replacing. They will examine the AC refrigerant levels, make sure the air condenser fan is spinning properly, confirm that the size of your AC is correct for the size of your home, and examine the safety controls, wiring, and electronics.
Have answers, will fix
Once the air conditioner service tech has discovered the trouble, they should explain all your choices to you. The exchange will typically start with the technician explaining what the problem is, what part (if any) went out, how or why it died, and how that part makes your air conditioner operate.
The service tech will then go into your options, which will include swapping out the part and resolving the trouble, but may also involve upgrading parts of the AC system, the AC itself, or your entire heating and cooling system. In certain cases, it may make more sense to invest in an entire new heating and cooling system, particularly if the air conditioner is past its prime, or prone to breaking down again and end up with you spending more on air conditioning repairs in the end. The repairman will explain how much time, effort, and cost it will take to fix the trouble.
The repairman may now explain what could have avoided the trouble or part failure and how to keep a future issue from occurring. This typically includes being proactive with annual maintenance, which not only helps avoid an air conditioning breakdown, but in most situations also keeps your air conditioning warranty valid. Most expert AC repair centers will offer a yearly maintenance plan so you don’t have to worry about making future HVAC tune-up appointments for your home.
At the end, they will go over the process for repairing the failed part or fixing the problem. If you decide that air conditioning repair is better for you than purchasing an upgraded air conditioning system, the service tech will order any parts required and plan your follow-up appointment to fix your A/C system. Or, if the part required is already handy on their vehicle, they will move forward with the air conditioning repair work with your approval.
Keep in mind that throughout the Wasatch Front region your HVAC equipment is in good hands with Barlow Service Experts. Our service techs are ACE-certified and have received extensive background checks so you can feel confident with the men and women we send into your home. If you ever come across any questions about your air conditioning system or what to expect with your A/C system repair, give us a call 24/7 at 801-436-8985 and we’ll be happy to discuss the process.