If you have a central heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system, you will likely need some maintenance from time to time. The systems are fairly complex and are susceptible to different types of problems. For example, dust buildup in your HVAC system will eventually damage your system. You’ll need to make sure that you are keeping it clean and in good condition. An expert in HVAC repair services will be able to perform routine maintenance as well as more complex repairs. The signs that you need repairs tend to be pretty universal across different systems.
Air Conditioning Blows Lukewarm Air
If you have been running your air conditioner for a few hours and it suddenly starts blowing lukewarm air, you have probably frozen the air conditioner. The air conditioner works by compressing a refrigerant; the refrigerant will heat up when it compresses. It will then move to an expansion chamber. When it expands rapidly, it will cool rapidly. If you run your air conditioner for too long without giving it a break, it will eventually freeze up from all of the cooling cycles. This is a sign that your air conditioner is not up to the task. You might need repairs or you might need a replacement.
Heater Is Not Hot
If your heater is not blowing warm air, it could be a problem of the refrigerant as well. The refrigerant needs to compress to create heat. Therefore, a failure to blow warm air could be a failure of the refrigerant or the compressor. If it happens intermittently, it’s likely a problem with the compressor. If it fails completely, it is definitely a sign you need HVAC repair services.
If you have either of these problems, you need to get in touch with Dave Jones Inc.