3 Reasons Your Air Conditioner Isn't Blowing Cool Air

3 Reasons Your Air Conditioner Isn't Blowing Cool Air

3 Reasons Your Air Conditioner Isn't Blowing Cool Air

During the peak summer season, you may realize that your AC might be blowing hot air instead of cool, and you may want to know why. So here are the top three reasons why your AC might be blowing hot air instead of cold.

Contaminated Air Filters

All air conditioners contain air filters that catch dust and particles in the air, but it's a common fallacy that simply cleaning the air filters is enough. It would help if you cleaned other unit areas regularly to guarantee that you and your family are inhaling cool, clean air. We also provide the best services of air conditioning replacement Lexington KY . Neglected filters become black with dust and grease. When handling the filters, take care not to disturb the dust stuck to them, or the dust particles will fall and spread throughout the room. Pay special attention to sites where dust and oil can collect, such as the fins beneath the front panel and the lower. Air filters need to be replaced every three to four months. A clogged air filter can cause the entire system to become clogged and unable to expel air.

Improper Power Supply

The following step is to see if the unit is receiving any power. Examine the different service switches. If any of these service switches have been flipped, check the circuit breakers on your electrical panel. This could suggest a major problem with the air conditioning unit. Similarly, you may have a water sensor switch turned off due to a clogged condensation drain or excessive moisture. We also offer AC repair Lexington KY.

Clogged Fan Motors

You'll also have similar issues if the fan motor dies. If leaves, dirt, ice, snow, and other materials obstruct the venting on your outdoor unit, especially in the early spring or late summer, and if a fan isn't working properly, you may hear inconsistent noises like tapping or even scraping in the worst circumstances. Refrigerant leaks are the most common cause of compressor issues. The compressor can't perform correctly if the refrigerant is low or leaked, resulting in heated air. Because the compressor is a closed system, the refrigerant should always be at a constant level.

Other Common Reasons Can be as Follows:

  • Your thermostat is set improperly or in the wrong mode. One can easily fix that by turning on the switch.
  • Please make sure all of your vents are open; it's common to close a vent and forget about it afterward. Please make sure the vents aren't clogged with dirt or debris when examining them.
  • The compressor can't perform correctly if the refrigerant is low or leaked, resulting in heated air. Because the compressor is a closed system, the refrigerant should always be at a constant level.

While some of these problems can be easily solved, others require professional help. We at Southern Comfort provide you with the best AC maintenance Lexington KY. Our specialists are uniquely equipped to handle residential and commercial systems with over 60 years of combined heating and AC experience. Please find us at Southern Comfort heating and cooling Lexington KY.

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Jason L was awesome and knowledgeable. He explained everything so that I could understand it and was very patient and did not pressure us to make a decision about purchasing a new system. We also enjoy having the peace of mind having out system checked out and know that it's safe and going to work this winter!

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Southern Comfort was excellent!  They came out the same day I called when our air went out. Jason was the tech and he was great!  Super friendly and fixed our problem quickly. Will definitely recommend to friends and neighbors

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Greg from Southern Comfort Heating & Cooling did an awesome job at repairing my outside dryer vent! He was very courteous and professional! I would highly recommend him and Southern Comfort Heating and Cooling for anything you might need - they came out quickly to fix the vent and were great to work with!

Barbara H.

I highly recommend Southern Comfort for HVAC. They advised me on a new system that was perfect for my house to lower my energy bills and their service and warranty is outstanding. Greg was amazing today to fix an issue with my thermostat. He was early, polite, and had the problem resolved in 15 min!

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If I could rate this company 10 stars I would. Matt was not only professional, but very responsive to the issue we were having with our ac unit. He was able to diagnose the issue and resolve our problem quickly. Southern Comfort is very reasonable regarding pricing and has great customer service. We will definitely use this company again in the future due to their honesty and knowledge in this field.

Mia S.

David and Jackson came to clean out my dryer vent. It was clogged and absolutely loaded with lint, they did a great job getting it cleaned while dealing with my kids and dog running around.

Very courteous, clean, and prompt. Would recommend them to anyone.

Matt R.

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Stephanie K.

A neighbor recommended Southern Comfort Heating & Cooling after I talked to a few other HVAC companies to replace a furnace.  I couldn't be more pleased with the service, responsiveness, and pricing.  Everyone I either talked to on the phone or met personally were the utmost professional and genuine.  They did a great job and I would highly recommend Southern Comfort Heating & Cooling.

Andrew K.

Jason L was awesome and knowledgeable. He explained everything so that I could understand it and was very patient and did not pressure us to make a decision about purchasing a new system. We also enjoy having the peace of mind having out system checked out and know that it's safe and going to work this winter!

Matt V.

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