If there’s one thing you need to know about your HVAC system, it’s when there’s an emergency situation. This is especially important to keep in mind during the summer months, which require near constant air conditioning use.
Unfortunately, not many people are able to determine whether their air conditioning needs actually constitute an emergency or not. But rest assured, we’re here to help you do just that. To make sure you’re interpreting your air conditioning unit’s cries for help correctly, here are a few telltale signs that you need emergency air repair.
Screeching Noises
You’re probably familiar with the noises your air conditioner makes, especially when it’s working hard to cool down your home. But despite the fact that you’re one of two-thirds of homes in the U.S. using air conditioning, what you might not be aware of is that any screeching noise could indicate a serious issue. When a compressor is operating at dangerously high pressures, it could mean the end of your HVAC system. In this situation, you should immediately shut off your system and call for emergency air repair.
Burning Smells
When in doubt, trust your senses. In fact, they could be the best indicator of what’s wrong! If there’s nothing cooking in the kitchen and you smell burning, it could indicate an electrical issue with your AC. And anything that’s burning inside of your AC unit is something that needs to be taken care of immediately, for fear of a house fire. As with the screeching noises, a burning smell should prompt you to immediately turn off your unit and call for emergency AC repair.
No Air
Seeing as the purpose of your air conditioner is to provide cool air throughout your home, a lack of air coming from it is a pretty serious warning sign. In the event that this happens, you could be facing multiple issues, which means a licensed AC technician should be contacted immediately.
Solving problems with your AC might not be your job, but detecting them absolutely is. Make sure you’re listening to what your AC is trying to tell you!
