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Is Your A/C Running Too Much?
Mike Broussard • Jun 10, 2021
Do These Things To Stay Cool.
Wow! We are already into the second week of June.
That means temperatures are going to be rising more and more here in Gonzales and South Louisiana. We have all experienced those busy days running around the house and then all of sudden notice that our air conditioning unit has been running a lot longer than usual. You know it’s one of those things that you never pay attention to until something goes wrong. Then you start noticing that it’s a bit warmer than usual in the house.
Don’t panic! It doesn’t mean your air conditioning system has to be replaced or something major is wrong.
The way that your central air conditioning system typically works is it runs through cycles. A typical cycle will be anywhere from 15 to 20 minutes long. The system will kick on and run according to the temperature that’s on your thermostat. Once it reaches that temperature it'll generally kickoff after a minute or two.
Keeping the a/c unit running efficiently is important for comfort but it’s also important to keep the unit it good condition without excess strain and also important to keep energy costs down as much as possible.
There are some things that you can do for yourself to check your unit first before calling out an air conditioning repair service.
Check your air conditioning filter
A clogged air filter can definitely restrict the flow of air to your home and it can cause the system to not work efficiently. It is very helpful to put yourself a reminder to change your air filters on a regular basis. This will keep your home free of excessive moisture while making sure that your system is running as efficiently as possible
Speaking of air filters it's a good idea to make sure that you're using the right size filter for your particular unit an air filter that is too restrictive can cause issues with the efficiency rating.
Windows and Doors
Take a quick walk around your house and check to make sure that windows and doors are closed and sealed properly. You may want to also check your vents to make sure that they're open and clear and there's nothing blocking the air-flow.
Check your thermostat
Make sure that is set on cool and not fan and make sure that if it has a battery that the battery is not low or dead and needs to be replaced.
Once you've done those things yourself and your unit is still not running properly it's a good idea to call a professional. Your air conditioning expert will do a thorough check of your system. It might be as simple as a dirty unit. Scheduling a regular spring and fall maintenance keeps your system in tip-top shape. Your professional a/c team’s maintenance will include checking and cleaning your system.
Dirty and clogged condenser, evaporator and coils mean that's your system can't run as efficiently as it should. Broussard’s Cooling and Heating comes in and clean your unit thoroughly while also checking for other possible problems with your unit.
Other possible problems that your local air conditioning expert can address if needed are leaky air ducts. If the air coming from your unit is not moving straight from your AC into the living area it could be a problem with the ductwork. A compromised ductwork system will mean that your AC is not going to adequately cool your home. Broussard’s Cooling and Heating are custom ductwork experts and we look for leaks in the ductwork and make sure that the air is moving properly throughout your home.
Perhaps the most important part of keeping your air conditioning unit in great shape is making sure to have regular maintenance done on your system. Broussard’s Cooling and Heating provides maintenance and repair on all makes and models of air conditioning systems.
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Simple checks if you notice your central air unit running too long. Save energy and the life of your unit by doing these things.
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