When it’s a warm summer day in York, nothing could be worse than realizing your air conditioner isn’t performing the way it was built to. The last thing you should have to do is request AC repair. But your AC is a pretty intricate system, so it can be hard to determine what’s triggering the issue on your own.

That’s why Strine's made this handbook to help you understand what might be taking place with your AC. Below, you’ll learn a few prevailing explanations for why your house is feeling a little unpleasant. And even though a few of these are easy] DIY tasks, you could have to call in an expert for cooling system repair.

And if you need us, Strine's is ready to assist. Here are five reasons why your air conditioner may not be cooling your home in York.

1. Your Device Settings May Be Wrong

Every home adjusts their thermostat a touch differently to suit their distinct needs. Even so, a lot of homeowners make the error of setting their system to “On” as opposed to “Auto.” Because of this setting, the fan in your air conditioner will continue to push out air even after you’ve achieved your set temperature.

This can look like your vents are pushing out warm air, when really it’s only utilizing the fan more often than necessary. Trying changing this setting and see if things change.

2. Your Home Comfort System Needs Some Cleaning

There are two central spaces to investigate for dirt or dust accrual when your home comfort system doesn’t appear to be operating well.

First, examine your HVAC filter. If you don’t change your filter routinely, buildup can make it more labor intensive for air to flow through and cool down your home. If your filter is visibly dirty or dusty, it’s definitely time to replace it. (And for best operation, you should change it about once every three months at the very least.)

If your filter seems good, move to your external unit. Double check there’s a reasonable amount of clearing around it and clear any plants or debris stuck there. This section of your cooling system releases the heat from inside your house. If the coils outside are blocked, you won’t be comfortable inside.

We recommend scheduling professional air conditioner maintenance yearly to keep your equipment operating like it should and to keep your warranty valid.

3. Your Unit is Losing Refrigerant

Refrigerant is the material that cools the air in your space. It cycles between your internal and outdoor units to soak up and let off heat, to help your space keep the right temperature. If there is a crack along the way, you won’t be comfortable again until you set professional air conditioning repair.

Signs of a refrigerant leak include a drop in cooled air, more expensive utility bills, frozen evaporator coils and odd hissing noises originating from your air conditioner.

If you think refrigerant could be leaking, call Strine's for system repair as soon as possible. Refrigerant can also be hazardous to your family’s health.

4. One or More Parts Should Be Replaced

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

Our Strine's technicians are trained and knowledged in HVAC. They can help you find and mend any trouble.

5. Your AC Has to Be Upgraded

If your system is more than 10 years old, it may be a good time to look into new air conditioner installation. As your system gets older, it sadly won’t work as well as it has in the past. And it could be making your space too warm.

If your AC is newer but still isn’t keeping you cool, it might be undersized for your living space. HVAC systems are not all the same. An AC that’s undersized just can’t help a space the way an appropriately sized AC can.

Get a More Comfortable Space with Strine's

You shouldn’t lose a moment this summer in a hot home. When your cooling system isn’t functioning how it should, turn to Strine's. We’re experts in AC repair. Contact us at 717-383-4479 right away.