The Top 3 Air Conditioner Problems

Air conditioning is on everyone’s mind this week. FOX News reports that Las Vegas is in the midst of a near record-breaking heatwave, with temperatures reaching 110 degrees.

In fact, the temperature is expected to hover above 100 degrees for a week or more. At this time of year, the temperature usually only reaches the upper 90s. The National Weather Service advises that Las Vegas residents try to avoid excessive heat exposure and issued an excessive heat watch.

To prevent heat-related injuries, authorities are recommending that everyone makes an extra effort to remain hydrated, delay workouts until cooler parts of the day and stay in air-conditioned rooms as often as possible.

Now is the time when you need your AC the most, so it’s a good idea to have a technician out for routine maintenance, because it’s better to know of any issues while the system still works rather than waiting for it to break.

At Royal Refrigeration, Heating and Air Conditioning, we offer 24-hour emergency service to ensure that you get the fix you need when you need it. We don’t want you to have to wait for days in this sort of heat. If you would like to schedule maintenance, or if you have an air conditioner emergency, call us today at 702-645-3000.

Refrigerant Leaks Can Ruin Your Air Conditioning and Harm the Environment

Problems with the refrigerant level are the most common issues that an AC unit can develop. Your first inclination may be to add some refrigerant, and call the problem fixed, but this could lead to more problems.

The U.S. Department of Energy warns that solving a refrigerant charge issue by adding more refrigerant will only worsen the problem and could ruin your entire system. Your best bet is to call a trained technician, who can identify a leak or a charge problem and who knows exactly how to fix it.

The performance of your air-conditioning unit depends on maintaining proper refrigerant levels, so scheduling regular maintenance is the key to keeping your unit running at peak efficiency.

You Can Prevent Compressor Failures

Two separate issues can cause the compressor or fan to stop working properly. First, the electric control system will eventually wear out and could stop signalling the system to turn on and off at the right times. Professional technicians will check for wire corrosion to ensure that this problem doesn’t develop.

Second, compressors could fail prematurely, especially if you neglect to have your unit regularly maintained. Dust and dirt collect on coils, which will strain the system.

Faulty Installation Can Plague Your Air Conditioner

If your system has had problems from the start, it may have been improperly installed. This can lead to poor airflow within the machine and even leaking ducts. Improper installation can also cause problems with the drainage system.

At Royal Refrigeration, Heating and Air Conditioning, we are a team of professional technicians who are committed to offering cost-effective solutions for residential and commercial AC needs. We also offer maintenance and repair services in case anything goes wrong. To speak with a qualified technician about your air conditioner problem in Las Vegas, call us today at 702-645-3000.