Why Does My AC Keep Tripping the Breaker?
When an AC keeps tripping the breaker, the system is drawing more electrical current than its circuit is built to handle, and the breaker is shutting it off to prevent overheated wiring or a fire. A single trip after a storm or power flicker can be a one-time event. A breaker that trips again and […]
How to Defrost an Air Conditioner Safely
To defrost a frozen AC unit, switch the thermostat from Cool to Off, set the fan to On, and let the ice melt completely before you run the air conditioner again. Don’t chip at the ice or try to speed it up with heat. Thawing usually takes a few hours, and the ice is a […]
What Does It Mean When Your Air Conditioner Smells Like Paint Thinner?
When your AC smells like paint thinner, the cause is usually one of two things: something chemical in or near your home is being pulled into the system and spread through the vents, or the system itself is leaking refrigerant. The first is far more common and usually easy to fix. The second calls for […]
Why Is My AC Blowing Warm Air?
An AC blowing warm air is still moving air just fine, but the cooling part of the job isn’t happening.
AC Not Cooling? Common Causes and What to Do
An AC not cooling usually comes down to a short list of problems, and most of them give themselves away if you know where to look.
How to Decide on an Aging AC
An AC that needs another repair raises a fair question: is it worth fixing again, or is it time to plan for a new system? There is no single rule, but there is a sensible way to weigh it.