Donald P. Dick Air Conditioning Blog: Posts Tagged ‘AC Repair’

Is My Air Conditioner Leaking Water?

Monday, August 15th, 2016

It is entirely possible that you will discover that there is water pooling around your air conditioner at some point. While this is certainly an alarming scenario, and one that may result in water damage to your property, it’s not exactly a “leak” the way you may be thinking of one. This is because, simply, water is at no point used in the cooling process, and your system does not include water the way that it does refrigerant. Of course, that doesn’t mean that you are imagining the problem.

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Ways to Stay Cool in the Summer When the AC Dies

Monday, August 8th, 2016

Modern air conditioning systems are extremely well-designed and manufactured, and it seems like most homeowners these days understand just how important it is that their systems are routinely maintained by qualified professionals. With that in mind, though, the fact of the matter is that no air conditioner is 100% reliable. It is very possible that you will wind up dealing with a situation in which your air conditioner in Fresno, CA will die.

If and when that happens, keep these tips in mind. You don’t have to wait around sweating bullets in your home. Just remember to dial our number when problems with your air conditioner do indeed develop.

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What to Check if Your AC Is Not Functioning Properly

Monday, May 9th, 2016

When you need air conditioning repairs in Fresno, CA, you need to schedule them promptly and you must always do so with professional repair technicians. That being said, there are a few scenarios in which you may suspect the need for professional air conditioning repairs, only to find that there is a relatively simple solution to the problem. While you should never attempt to repair your system on your own, you may want to check for such quick fixes before calling in a professional AC repair technician. Below are 3 simple tips to help you to avoid an unnecessary service all if your system is not functioning properly.

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Is My Air Conditioner in Trouble? 3 Signs Repairs May Be Needed

Monday, April 11th, 2016

We may not have quite as intense heat in this part of California as they do in others, but the summer season can still be extremely trying in this part of the country. If you hope to live through the hottest time of the year comfortably, it is absolutely necessary that you have an air conditioner capable of effectively and reliably cooling your home. Even the best air conditioning systems are going to encounter occasional operational problems, though. Because prompt air conditioning repairs in Clovis, CA are always in your best interest, we’ve put together a few tips to help you spot potential repair needs.

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Air Conditioning Guide: What Are Capacitors?

Monday, March 28th, 2016

In order to operate effectively, your air conditioner requires that various components, circuits, and connections work correctly. Among the key components of your AC unit are capacitors. Without these, the motors that power your compressor and fans won’t function.

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Signs of a Refrigerant Leak

Tuesday, March 15th, 2016

It will be a while yet before we are squarely in the middle of the hottest weather of the year. That being said, though, you may already be using your AC on occasion, or will be in the coming weeks. If your system is leaking refrigerant, then you are not going to be able to do so with the outstanding results that you deserve. A refrigerant leak can be seriously detrimental to both the overall operational quality of your air conditioning system, and to the condition of your AC system itself. Learning to spot the signs of a refrigerant leak can benefit you greatly.

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