AC NOT WORKING
Many things happen in Florida that beats logic (just Google Florida Man and see for yourself). But if your AC unit is not working at all or not working properly, there is a logical explanation for it. An AC repair specialist should be able to troubleshoot the issue and tell you what’s wrong. But it pays to have an idea of what the issue might be so that you can explain it better and get the issue solved faster. Here are some possible reasons your AC isn’t working.
THE UNIT IS TOO SMALL
If your AC unit isn’t cooling your home as effectively as it should and the unit is running normally, it might not have the capacity to do so effectively. A lot of homes don’t have the right size AC system. If the air conditioning system is too small, the unit will have to work harder to cool down the house. And even at maximum capacity, it might not be able to do so.
DEAD THERMOSTAT BATTERIES OR BLOWN FUSE
Another reason why your AC might not work is that the batteries controlling your thermostat are dead. Similar to this, the problem may also be a blown thermostat breaker. Like a lot of Florida men in the news, you don’t have to blow a second fuse. Just replace the batteries :-).
IS YOUR FILTER OLD, DAMAGED, CLOGGED WITH DEBRIS LIKE DOG HAIR?
The function of a filter is to allow the easy passage of air to your HVAC system. So when it is clogged, there might be a restriction of airflow. This happens if you fail to follow the instructions of the manufacturer regarding replacing the filter. Your AC system could freeze up and stop working without proper airflow.
THE AIR DUCTS ARE LEAKING
Air duct leaks allow the dust to enter into your home and waste cool air from the AC unit thus preventing the AC from cooling your home as effectively as it should.
An AC issue could be an problem with the unit itself, one of its essential components such as the thermostat or an electrical issue. There could also be an issue with the duct or vent system that takes air into and out of the AC unit. While troubleshooting an AC unit to detect the problem isn’t very difficult, we recommend you leave the final word regarding what’s wrong with your system and how it should be fixed to professionals.