What to Expect During an AC Repair Appointment

So, all of a sudden your air conditioner needs repair at your Fort Lauderdale home and you don’t know what that entails. It’s nerve-wracking enough to let an air conditioner repair technician into your home, but then to not be sure what they’re going to do can add another level of anxiety. But fear not! Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning is here to update you on the general air conditioner repair process so you will be ready when an expert air conditioning service technician needs to come out to your house. 

AC Repair Starts Simple 

When the technician arrives to your home, the first thing they will most likely do is request to see your thermostat. It might seem silly, but they need to take a look at it to confirm that it’s not merely a thermostat settings error. The repairman will check that the thermostat is switched to cool and then lower the temperature to see if that will activate the air conditioning system. A defective or wrongly connected wire could be the culprit that’s preventing you from having a comfortable home. 

If there is still an issue, the technician may need to look at your circuit breaker box. They will probably switch the circuit switches to off and then back to on to see if that activates the AC. 

Getting to the nitty-gritty of AC Repair 

The repairman will then probably ask you to see the air conditioner. Same as a doctor, the repairman will commence their trial and error testing process. There are multiple variables that could be the cause for an air conditioning system that isn’t operating properly, and it’s up the repairman to explore all the possible reasons starting from the most normal issues to the least. The diagnostic process could take anywhere from five minutes to sixty, and sometimes longer. 

During the air conditioner diagnosis, they will probably check the air filter to make sure it’s not clogged or in need of replacing. They will examine the air conditioner’s refrigerant levels, confirm the air condenser fan is rotating properly, make sure that the size of your A/C system is appropriate for the size of your house, and inspect the wiring, electronics and safety controls. 

Once the A/C system service tech has determined the trouble, he or she should explain all your options. The conversation will usually start with the service tech explaining what the trouble is, what part (if any) died, how or why it died, and how that part makes your AC operate. 

The technician will then go into your courses of action, which will entail changing out the part and fixing the problem, but may also involve upgrading parts of the air conditioner, the A/C system itself, or your entire heating and AC system. In some cases, it may make more sense to purchase a whole new heating and cooling system, particularly if the A/C system is past its prime, or likely to break down again and end up costing you more for air conditioning repairs by the time it’s all said and done. The technician will explain how much time, effort, and cost it will take to rectify the problem. 

The service tech may at this point explain what could have been done to avoid the issue or part failure and how to avoid a future issue from occurring. This usually includes yearly maintenance, which not only helps stop an AC breakdown, but in most cases also keeps your air conditioner’s warranty valid. Most expert AC repair businesses will offer an annual service plan so you don’t have to stress about making future AC tune-up appointments for your HVAC equipment. 

Finally, they will explain the process for repairing the failed part or resolving the problem. If you determine that A/C system repair is better for you than purchasing an upgraded air conditioning system, the service tech will order any parts required and plan your follow-up appointment to fix the A/C system. Or, if the necessary part is already available on their vehicle, they will begin the air conditioning repair work with your consent. 

Remember that throughout Fort Lauderdale your HVAC equipment is in good hands with Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning. Our service techs are ACE-certified and have undergone extensive background checks so you can feel confident with the technicians we send into your home. If you ever have any questions about your HVAC equipment or what to expect with your A/C system repair, give us a call 24/7 at 954-736-4314 and we’ll be happy to discuss the process.