Signs of a faulty AC unit may include making strange noises, not turning on, or running while not blowing cold air. There are many other signs why you need an ac repair, and if you see any sign that could indicate that your AC unit is not working, call 504-304-2725 to have a Trusty Technician perform a diagnostic and air conditioner repair service on your unit. It is no secret that summers in New Orleans, Metairie and Kenner are miserable when the AC goes out. We have found that Air Conditioners in the south work harder than just about anywhere. Because of this intense usage, many Air Conditioners suffer from worn out parts and compressor failure. Our goal at Trusty Air Conditioning and Heating is to provide honest air conditioning repair options at a reasonable price. Our technicians are trained to quickly diagnose the cause for failure in the Air Conditioner . Once our certified HVAC technician diagnoses the issue, he will then present you with straightforward pricing and, having gained your approval, only then will he move forward with the air conditioning repair. We allege to never “create work” in our client’s homes or provide a “fix it” service without pre approval. We choose the name Trusty because we appreciate the opportunity to earn our client’s trust and hold that ethic in the highest regard. Our goal is to make our clients happy, healthy and comfortable as quickly as we possibly can.
Some of the most common reasons for an Air Conditioner repair service call are:
Clogged air filters– a clogged air filter can dramatically change the air flow in the Air Conditioner. This causes the air conditioning unit to work harder and use more electricity than necessary. A severely clogged filter literally suffocates the unit and stresses the motor. Air filters like pleated baghouse filters should be checked regularly.
Thermostat failure– if the batteries in the thermostat are dead, then the air conditioner will not work. Also, if the thermostat is not calibrated properly, it could send confusing signals to the AC causing undue wear on parts and also causing the unit to turn on and off intermittently.
General Cleaning– outdoor debris can clog the unit, interfere with fan blades and cause the AC to stop working. Dirty coils also block the airflow and don’t allow the air to reach the coils’ cooling mechanism.
Capacitor– a capacitor is a device that ensures proper operating voltage is delivered to the fan motor and compressor. If the capacitor is out of range, it could cause damage to the motors as electricity is not properly flowing to them or out of them.
Contactors– a contactor is a switch that is used by the condenser to turn on and off. If this device wears out, the condenser will not work or conversely, will not turn the unit off when the thermostat tells it to do so.
Refrigerant Charge– If the refrigerant is not balanced properly, then you may not be getting the proper amount of cooling from the air conditioning system. If the system is undercharged, there may be a leak in the refrigerant lines or microfracture. An undercharged system will not cool effectively. An overcharged system can shorten the life of the condenser by causing undue wear on the compressor motor.
Electrical connections– some ac repair could be as simple as reconnecting or tightening electrical components in the 240 and 24 volt circuits. Bad electrical connections can also create wear on the unit’s capacitors, contactors and circuit breakers.
There are other factors that cause an air conditioner to blow warm air such as poorly sealed ductwork and disconnected ducts, getting residential ac repair is always an option. It is very important that your ductwork be inspected during your annual Air Conditioning maintenance service.
Call 504-304-2725 at the first sign of trouble. Our Trusty Technicians have the necessary tools and expertise to get you cool as quickly as possible.
We are committed to being helpful and transparent. Here is our pricing for some of the most common repairs that we perform. All repairs are performed by a licensed Trusty Technician and come with a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee.
Level One Repairs- $75.00
Common Repair- Replacement of Fuses, Repair Line set Insulation, Seal Air Leak, Minor Wiring Repairs, Some Capacitors
Level Two Repairs- $150.00
Common Repair- Single Capacitor, Evaporator Coil Clean, Limit Switch, Flame Sensor, Up to 4 lbs 410A Refrigerant, Door Switch
Level Three Repairs- $239.00
Common Repair- Dual Capacitor, Clean Blower Assembly, Electrostatic Filter, Hard Start Kit, Minor Duct Repair, Replace Breaker, Transformer
Repair prices listed are for common parts that do not require special order.