When it’s a warm summer morning in Hendersonville, nothing feels worse than recognizing your home comfort system isn’t performing the way it should. The last thing you need to do is schedule air conditioner help. But your air conditioner is a quite intricate system, so it can be almost impossible to find out what’s creating the problem without training.

That’s why Superior Comfort Systems created this handbook to help you understand what may be going on with your AC. Below, you’ll discover a couple typical reasons your space is feeling too warm. And while some of these are straightforward] DIY projects, you might have to bring in an expert for cooling system repair.

And if you need us, Superior Comfort Systems is ready to assist. Here are five reasons why your air conditioner may not be cooling your home in Hendersonville.

1. Your Thermostat Settings Are Wrong

Everyone adjusts their thermostat a bit differently to match their personal requirements. However, many people make the mistake of setting their system to “On” as opposed to “Auto.” Under this setting, the fan in your system will continue to produce an air current even when you’ve reached your preferred temperature.

This can appear like your system is pushing out untreated air, when actually it’s simply employing the fan on a more regular basis than needed. Change this setting and work out if things seem better.

2. Your HVAC Needs a Good Cleaning

There are two main places to look for dirt or dust buildup when your home comfort system doesn’t seem to be performing correctly.

Before anything else, take a look at your AC system’s filter. If you don’t change your filter often enough, buildup can make it more difficult for air to move through and cool your home. If your filter is visibly dirty or dusty, it’s likely time for a change. (And in general, you have to replace it about once every three months at least.)

If your filter appears clean, move to your outside unit. Double check there’s enough space around it and clean up plants or dirt stuck there. This section of your cooling system discharges the heat from your space. If the coils outside are congested, you won’t be comfortable in your home.

We advise scheduling professional air conditioner maintenance every year to keep your unit running smoothly and to keep your warranty valid.

3. Your Unit is Losing Refrigerant

Refrigerant is the material that conditions the air in your space. It runs between your internal and outdoor system pieces to grab and release heat, to help your house keep the right temperature. If there is an opening along the way, you won’t be comfortable again until you schedule professional air conditioning repair.

Signals of a refrigerant leak include a decrease in cooled air, more expensive utility charges, frozen evaporator coils and unusual hissing noises arising from your AC.

If you are worried refrigerant may be leaking, call Superior Comfort Systems for system repair as soon as possible. Refrigerant can also be hazardous to your family’s health.

4. One or More Elements Should Be Replaced

Your AC contains a couple important elements. These include the blower, evaporator coils, compressor, fan, condenser coils and expansion valve. If any one of these is failing, your home comfort will suffer.

Our Superior Comfort Systems experts are certified and knowledged in HVAC. They can help you locate and fix any issue.

5. Your AC Needs to Be Upgraded

If your equipment is more than 10 years old, it could likely be about time to think about new air conditioner installation. As your system ages, it unfortunately won’t run as well as it did in the beginning. And it may be making your home uncomfortable.

If your air conditioner is newer but still isn’t cooling things off, it could be undersized for your living space. AC units are not all the same. A system that’s undersized absolutely can’t chill a space the way a correctly sized air conditioner can.

Create a More Comfortable House with Superior Comfort Systems

You shouldn’t lose time this summer in an uncomfortable home. When your air conditioner isn’t operating the way it should, rely on Superior Comfort Systems. We’re experts in AC repair. Contact us at 828-202-7025 right away.