An air conditioner (AC) maintains cool indoor temperatures during hot seasons. However, AC aging may cause your system to be vulnerable to damage by weather elements or physical force. This may call for air conditioning repair. Otherwise, you may need to buy a new air conditioner sooner. But what type of repair does your AC require? Here are the common types of AC repairs.

Air Duct Repair 

Air ducts are channels that supply cool air throughout your home. However, tears or holes in the ducts may cause the leakage of cooled air. This may result in uneven cooling. Therefore, you may need your air conditioning unit to operate for longer hours. Hence, your energy bills may increase.

Additionally, debris such as dust may enter the air ducts through the openings, reducing indoor air quality. This may minimize indoor comfort and threaten your health, as dust and mold spores may trigger allergies. In such cases, air conditioning repair may entail sealing the leakage points on the duct system. This restores air duct efficiency.

Fan Repair

An air conditioner's fan is located inside the condenser unit. The fan blades spin and blow air over the condenser coils carrying the refrigerant. This turns the warm refrigerant into a cool liquid that cools indoor air. However, the fan may stop working due to the following problems:      

• Broken blades. If the fan blades break, the fan may not cool your AC sufficiently, possibly resulting in overheating.

• Faulty capacitor. A capacitor supplies power to the motor, providing sufficient energy to keep your cooling unit working. However, a defective capacitor may supply insufficient power preventing your fan from working.

Air conditioning repair professionals may inspect your fan to identify problems and provide effective, long-lasting solutions.

Filter Repair

AC filters trap contaminants from the air passing through your cooling unit, including dust, pet hair, and mold spores. However, the filters may clog over time due to debris accumulation. This may result in the restricted flow of cool air from your AC system. Additionally, you may notice a musty odor in your home, indicating contamination by mold spores. 

Besides, your AC may strain while working due to filter blockage and produce a weird sound when operating. In this regard, air conditioning system repair may involve cleaning the air filters regularly to ensure the proper performance of the filters.

The common air conditioning repair practices include filter, fan, and air duct repair. Performing these repairs ensures efficient AC system performance and longevity.