Yost & Campbell Heating, Cooling & Generators Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Air Conditioner Repair’

Our Guide to Ice on an AC’s Coil

Monday, June 27th, 2022

We want to start off by saying that customers should never assume that their air conditioner is using ice to cool their home. Ice is not a part of the cooling process, and it’s really inefficient. It takes a whole lot of energy and water to create ice, and even then, ice is only good at cooling a small object or space; it’s never going to efficiently cool an entire home like an air conditioner is supposed to do.

So, with this in mind, if there’s ice growing on the coil of an AC, this signals the need for repair. Any customers, readers, or just other homeowners out there who stumble on this blog, keep reading to learn about how ice growing on an AC can be a problem. For more information, or to schedule an air conditioner repair in Scarsdale, NY, call our team at the number listed or click on our link to get in touch with a specialist.

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4 AC Noises Never to Ignore

Monday, September 7th, 2020

What kind of noises does an air conditioner make? If anyone out there said “gentle whooshing noise of air coming from a vent” or “a clicking sound when it started up or stopped,” then they would be right. However, if they started saying things like “buzzing” or “rattling,” then there’s something we need to address.

Air conditioners are not supposed to make noises aside from the two we first mentioned. Anything else can be a sign that there is something wrong and it needs to be repaired. While it might be easy to call for AC repair in Harrison, NY, the important part is calling for help when it’s needed the most. Waiting too long while a noise impairs the cooling ability of a machine could spell higher energy bills and a shorter system lifespan.

Let’s take a look at some of the noises an air conditioner can make.

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The Most Expensive AC Repair to Look Out For

Monday, June 29th, 2020

Air conditioners require a few repair needs throughout the entirety of their lifespans—that’s just unavoidable. What is avoidable, however, are the most expensive repairs, like compressor breakdowns and refrigerant leaks, by early detection and precision installation. It’s time to stop treating an air conditioner like some ghost that lives in the basement for fifteen years, and like a member of the family that it is. Vigilance is the key to keeping an AC in good condition.

Today, we’re going to go over some of the most expensive AC issues that we consistently see. Air conditioning repair in Tarrytown, NY shouldn’t be backbreaking for a budget, so if any of these issues sound familiar, it’s a good idea to contact our experts immediately. Maintenance and vigilance are going to keep an air conditioner in good condition and avoid the majority of these problems.

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Signs of Needed AC Repair

Monday, March 23rd, 2020

Air conditioners don’t necessarily tell us when they’re having trouble. As the summer season steadily approaches, our air conditioner problems are going to become more apparent as warm temperatures creep up. That’s why we’d like to inform homeowners of the important signs to keep in mind when an AC is starting to have trouble. The earlier homeowners get their air conditioners repaired, the more likely the outcome is going to be inexpensive and beneficial.

Air conditioning repair in Queens, NY can be done effectively, but it’s up to a homeowner to notice the signs of a troubled AC and contact a team like ours. We’ve got the tools, training, and experience to diagnose an AC problem quickly and effectively.

So, take a look below and let us know if any of these signs sound familiar!

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FAQ: How Does Ice Form on an Air Conditioner?

Monday, September 23rd, 2019

There is a short answer and a long answer to that question. The short answer is that airflow has become restricted somehow in the interior of the air conditioner, which has cooled the temperature to freezing degrees. The long answer? Well, a combination of airflow being restricted and increased moisture can both be the culprits of ice forming on an air conditioner. Either way, this is a problem with air conditioning in Scarsdale, NY that needs to be addressed as soon as it’s found. And no, by addressing it we don’t mean using a hairdryer to melt the ice periodically.

For a system that’s concerned with bringing air into a home, airflow is of vital importance to an air conditioner. Without proper airflow maintenance, cleaned filters, and cleaned coils, the system will get air trapped inside of it that steadily drops in temperature. Eventually, a house might be 80°F but the inside of the air conditioner will quickly be approaching 20°F!

So, let’s talk about what can be done to avoid ice, and more specifically how airflow gets blocked in the first place.

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5 Sounds an AC Should Not Be Making

Monday, August 26th, 2019

Homeowners can usually tell when there’s something wrong with an AC unit, just by the way of the noises they make. A central air conditioner that’s functioning properly shouldn’t make any noises aside from the gentle waft of a refreshing breeze coming from air ducts. However, if an air conditioner is making some peculiar noise, this is often a clue towards a problem that’s much bigger in scale. Sometimes there are even home solutions for AC repair in Harrison, NY, if they’re appropriately addressed with the right tools.

There’s got to be a way to classify these issues by sound and inform homeowners on just how pertinent they should be about an AC that sounds “off.” This list of air conditioner sounds is pretty well known throughout the HVAC industry. It’s not okay to just sit back and pretend that an air conditioner is supposed to make these noises.

So, what kinds of noises are we talking about?

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AC Tip: Fresh Filters Needed!

Monday, July 29th, 2019

man-with-filterHomeowners today have the luxury of living in complete comfort during even the hottest days of the year thanks to the many whole-house air conditioning options on the market. What too many homeowners fail to realize, however, is that even the best air conditioning systems can really under-deliver in certain circumstances. Scheduling routine air conditioning maintenance is the best way to keep air conditioning systems working as efficiently and effectively as possible.

It is also the best way to keep the need for air conditioning repair in Queens, NY, at bay. One part of the equation that is sometimes overlooked is the need for changing the air filter regularly. Yes, the air filter will be changed during the system’s annual tune-up. No, changing that air filter once a year is not enough. It may not sound like that big of a deal, but a dirty air filter will really set any air conditioning system back in a substantial way.

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Tips and Tricks for Lowering the AC Bill

Monday, July 16th, 2018

air-conditioner-money-saverHaving air conditioning is great, but it does bring up a few more complications. The biggest one being what to do about the monthly energy bill. It’s not that having an increased energy bill is unexpected, but an AC bill running slightly higher than budget is something no one wants.

Luckily, there’s hope. There are several ways that any homeowner can lower their AC bill and a couple of them can even be done right now.

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Short-Cycling Demands Quality Air Conditioning Service

Monday, July 2nd, 2018

hvac-technician-repairing-air-conditioning-unitShort-cycling is when a unit turns on-and-off far more often than is normal. But is short-cycling really that bad?

Yes, it is. In fact, short-cycling demands the service of a professional.

We understand why it doesn’t seem detrimental since the symptoms aren’t loud or scary, but if ignored for long, it can cause way more problems than it’s worth. Read on to understand why short-cycling is a problem and what causes it.

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