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4 Things You Should Check Before Calling Your AC Company

At Blanco A/C, Electrical & Plumbing, we value our customersโ€™ business — it is, after all, how we make our money! But we also know that not every AC problem warrants a visit from a professional, and we understand that it wastes everyoneโ€™s time and money if the problem comes with a simple fix. Thatโ€™s why weโ€™ve created an AC troubleshooting checklist to help you avoid an unnecessary AC repair visit. Simply check these things before scheduling our services:

Thermostat Settings

If your AC isnโ€™t working properly, the first place you should look for a problem is the thermostat. Itโ€™s pretty easy to change the settings accidentally while youโ€™re adjusting the temperature, so youโ€™ll need to ensure that everything is set properly. Check that the thermostat is set to ON, the fan is set to AUTO and adjust the temperature to your preferred setting if need be.

If the thermostat screen is blank, the batteries need to be replaced — your entire AC will have stopped running. Simply put in some fresh batteries to restore power to the entire system.

Circuit Breakers

If your thermostat is set properly but your AC wonโ€™t turn on, the next step is to locate your electrical panel and check for tripped circuit breakers. Circuit breakers trip when too much electricity flows through them — usually when youโ€™re using a lot of electricity — in order to prevent damage to your electrical equipment. Central air conditioners usually run on two separate circuits: one for the indoor unit and one for the outdoor unit.ย 

On the electrical panel, find the two circuit breakers labeled for your AC system and reset them if theyโ€™ve been tripped. A tripped breaker sits in the middle position and must be turned off, then on to restore power to the circuit. If your AC still wonโ€™t turn on, itโ€™s time to call on Blanco A/C for repairs.

Filters and Vents

If your AC is running but you arenโ€™t feeling the effects, hold your hand up to a vent. If you can feel very little air coming out of the vent, there could be something blocking the systemโ€™s airflow. Make sure all of your vents are open and then check your air filter, replacing it if itโ€™s dirty. Remember that your air filter should be replaced every couple of months or as soon as it gets dirty.

Outdoor AC Unit

Similar to your air filter, the outdoor unit of your HVAC system is incredibly important to airflow. If youโ€™re still experiencing low airflow from the vents after the previous step, head outside and look for debris in the outdoor unit. Possible debris includes:

  • Leaves
  • Dirt
  • Twigs
  • Landscaping materials
  • Plant growth

Turn the AC unit off and clear away any debris in the unit. Many homeowners find that a garden hose with a spray nozzle is the perfect tool for the job!

Call Blanco A/C

If youโ€™ve completed our entire checklist and your AC still isnโ€™t working properly, itโ€™s time to seek help from the HVAC experts at Blanco A/C, Electrical & Plumbing. Our technicians will be able to pinpoint the problem and recommend repairs.

Contact us today for more information or to begin your AC repair service request!

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Tecnician was very professional and explained ever detail of the maintenance on the unit. He took his time to make sure the unit was running perfectly. Blanco AC always does an excellent job.

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