{"id":990,"date":"2022-08-01T11:00:02","date_gmt":"2022-08-01T15:00:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.itsautomatic.com\/blog\/?p=990"},"modified":"2022-07-22T18:06:20","modified_gmt":"2022-07-22T22:06:20","slug":"6-indicators-that-your-ac-needs-repairs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.itsautomatic.com\/blog\/air-conditioning-service\/6-indicators-that-your-ac-needs-repairs\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Indicators That Your AC Needs Repairs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.itsautomatic.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Badges_Elements_Icons_1009934_61187394_600x600-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-746\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.itsautomatic.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Badges_Elements_Icons_1009934_61187394_600x600-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.itsautomatic.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Badges_Elements_Icons_1009934_61187394_600x600-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.itsautomatic.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Badges_Elements_Icons_1009934_61187394_600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many reasons why you may need <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"air conditioner repair in Memphis (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"\/hvac\/air-conditioning\/ac-repair\" target=\"_blank\">air conditioner repair in Memphis<\/a>, and we\u2019re here to help you tackle all of them. Homeowners are often tricked into thinking that minor issues are no big deal. Unfortunately, little symptoms often lead to big problems without professional assistance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These six signs all signal it\u2019s time to call in an HVAC professional. One of our technicians will happily assess your AC, identify the cause for concern, and recommend the most effective solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p>Here are six air conditioning red flags to watch out for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Concerning Noises<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s natural to hear a click when your AC turns on, but it should subside as soon as the cycle begins. Other noises are signs there are loose parts or damaged components inside your AC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Grinding, banging, screeching, and hissing are\nall signs there\u2019s something off inside your air conditioner. Usually, these\nnoises stem from a loose component or worn-down equipment. It\u2019s also possible\nsomething got stuck in your AC, which can cause it to repeatedly bang against\nother parts in the system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Reduced Airflow<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Poor airflow from your air conditioner can be something as simple as a dirty air filter. On the other hand, you may have a deeper issue that needs to be addressed internally. Dirty or frozen evaporator coils, a damaged blower, or a leak in your ductwork can all reduce your system\u2019s airflow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Increased Energy Bills<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We all know to expect some increase in our energy bills when the summer temperatures rise, but there is a limit. A sudden spike in energy consumption <em>without<\/em> any major changes in use indicates a problem. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When air conditioners are damaged, blocked, or\notherwise in need of repair, they often work under strain. This forces the\ninner mechanisms to work harder than usual. You might even wind up paying more\nfor poorer performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Reduced Cooling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your AC may produce a steady airflow, but you notice the coolness doesn\u2019t last for long. The thermostat may read that it\u2019s the right temperature, but something feels off. You may also notice increased humidity in the home. You may also notice one part of the house is far cooler than the other. These are all worth a call to a pro.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Leaking Fluid<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Any refrigerant leaking from your outdoor unit is cause for immediate HVAC assistance. Other sources of leaking fluid may be a clogged condensate drain or even icy build-up in your system that is melting. A leaking AC is NEVER okay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Short-cycling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Short-cycling means your air conditioner turns\noff before it\u2019s completed a cooling cycle. This leads to higher energy bills,\nless efficient temperature control, and reduced comfort. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many reasons why ACs can short-cycle; the unit could be too big or small for your home, the thermostat may need calibrated, or the system may be overheating. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The only way to stop short-cycling is to have an HVAC professional examine at your system to determine the cause and provide the perfect solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Leave Your AC in Professional\nHands<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your home\u2019s air conditioning is far too\nvaluable to risk the DIY route. Spare yourself the stress and cost by letting a\nprofessional take care of the job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"text-align:center\"><strong><a href=\"\/contact\/send-message\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Contact Automatic Air Conditioning, Heating &amp; Plumbing today<\/a> to schedule your next AC service.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Here are six air conditioning red flags to watch out for.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[70],"tags":[23,88],"class_list":["post-990","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-air-conditioning-service","tag-air-conditioner-repair","tag-memphis"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.itsautomatic.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/990","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.itsautomatic.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.itsautomatic.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.itsautomatic.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.itsautomatic.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=990"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.itsautomatic.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/990\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":993,"href":"https:\/\/www.itsautomatic.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/990\/revisions\/993"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.itsautomatic.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=990"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.itsautomatic.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=990"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.itsautomatic.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=990"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}