Professional Heating & Air Blog: Posts Tagged ‘AC Repair’

How AC Maintenance Reduces AC Repairs

Monday, May 8th, 2023

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It’s never a good feeling when you realize you need air conditioning repair in Mandeville. Although you know you can always count on us to fix your AC promptly and efficiently, you might be wondering how your AC broke down in the first place.

We like to inform our customers of all the ways they can avoid seeing us and that includes how to avoid AC repairs. The first thing we recommend is getting annual AC maintenance. In fact, 70% of the AC repairs we perform are on air conditioners that haven’t received this important service.

Let’s go over the things you can to do try and avoid AC repairs.

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Strange AC Noises and What They Mean

Monday, April 10th, 2023

Here in Louisiana, an air conditioner isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity. During our hot, humid summers, you never want to find yourself without a functioning air conditioner. That’s why it’s essential to know the signs that your need AC repair in Mandeville LA.

Luckily, your AC will do just about everything it can to let you know it needs some help. These signs usually come in the form of unusual noises and sounds. Let’s go over some of these so you’ll know what they usually mean and that it’s time to schedule an appointment with our technicians.

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Why Go With a Professional?

Monday, September 26th, 2022

Our team might be called “Professional Heating & Air,” but it’s also clear that our staff is full of qualified professionals. Our name and staff share the same thing–we’re professionals that bring a new level of quality and comfort to homes in our area.

For many customers, they want to choose the cheapest HVAC service available. That might end up being a family friend, or a buddy who lives down the street. But we’d argue that unless they’re qualified, (and even if they are licensed) they might not be the right team for you. The help provided by AC repair in Covington, LA has come a long way in the past decade. Professionals offer more high-quality services for AC systems that are more complex and energy efficient than ever.

Going with a cheaper alternative than a team of expert professionals with a list of benefits might end up hurting your budget in the long run.

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How Much Should AC Repair Cost?

Monday, July 5th, 2021

This is a really good question and it’s going to depend on a variety of factors. For starters, the size and shape of your air conditioner will change how much repairs cost, since larger, more complex systems will require more extensive repairs when something goes wrong. Or, in the case of a refrigerant leak, the longer the repair need has been allowed to go on unaddressed, the more expensive it will likely be to fix.

Today, our main focus is going to be highlighting some of these factors and making sure that you have ample time to address them. We promise you that if you can pay attention to your air conditioner and call us for prompt air conditioning repair in Hammond, LA, the price will be substantially lower than it would be if you were to neglect your unit.

Let’s take a look at how expensive your AC repair should be.

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Short Cycling: What’s the Big Deal?

Tuesday, April 13th, 2021

We hear this comment a lot in the HVAC industry. We tell homeowners about the terrible problem of short cycling and what it could mean for their air conditioner, but they respond with “it still works, doesn’t it? What’s the big deal?”

Well, not only will we tell you what the big deal is, but we’ll also talk about why this deal is so big. Short cycling can signify a number of different problems occurring in your air conditioner. Some of them can be fixed quickly, and others will, unfortunately, require the entire replacement of the system. Yep, it’s that bad.

If you’ve gotten here because you think your AC is short cycling, and you need air conditioning repair in Hammond, LA, then you’re in the right place. Let’s talk about everything there is to know about short cycling, and make sure you call us if you still need help.

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What’s That Smell Coming From Your AC?

Monday, March 29th, 2021

If you’re confused by that title, then two things could be happening. The first thing is that your air conditioner doesn’t smell like anything, in which you’re probably at a blog post that’s not going to be much help. Or perhaps you’re one of the many homeowners with a bad smell permeating through your house, who don’t realize that this smell is coming from your air conditioner.

Yes, air conditioners can produce a foul odor for some very specific reasons. Before you ignore what we’re going to say and get to work on your system trying to find where that smell is coming from, remember that you could cause serious damage or void your unit’s warranty if you’re not careful. Leave this kind of work to the experts when it comes to HVAC in Covington, LA. We can get to the bottom of why your air conditioner smells this way and provide clear solutions to the problem!

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The Do’s and Don’ts of AC Repair

Monday, March 15th, 2021

Air conditioners aren’t as simple as you might think. Homeowners, especially those DIYers, love to work on their own air conditioning systems because they think owning them makes them qualified to work on them. After all, with the advent of the internet, you’ve probably got access to some great online tutorials that can walk you through some quick repairs, right?

Nope! Even though it technically is your air conditioner, you might not have the equipment, the training, or the expertise to perform a repair. It doesn’t matter if these are small repairs or something major like a whole component replacement. Our team can provide quality air conditioning repair in Hammond, LA at an affordable price that keeps things like your warranty intact.

Steer clear of unrealistic promises and online tutorials that show you being able to do something that might not be safe.

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3 Silent Troublemakers of AC Efficiency

Monday, August 3rd, 2020

Is your air conditioner having trouble? No, there aren’t gremlins bouncing around the interior of your outside cabinet. That would be much louder and probably cause much more damage than what we’re going to talk about. If you’ve got a gremlin problem, you might need an exterminator rather than an HVAC professional.

For those without gremlins that are dealing with air conditioner problems, we’re here to talk about the more sinister issues. When we say sinister, we mean problems that might not be so obvious from a glance.

These types of problems are why it’s so important to call us for air conditioning in Hammond, LA. Contacting a professional at the first sign of a problem is the best way to stop these more insidious issues in their tracks. Keep reading as we get into the details about just how much trouble some of these problems can be!

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3 Important AC Services to Help Avoid Problems

Monday, July 6th, 2020

When homeowners get their air conditioner installed, the first thought through their mind is usually, “Finally, it’s over!” Kick back, relax, and feel the cool air enter your home as you flip through television channels—you deserve it!

Down the line, though, you’re going to encounter some problems. Air conditioners, just like any other piece of technical equipment, are going to need their fair share of repairs and maintenance. We’ve gone ahead and listed three of the easiest ways homeowners can be proactive in the health and longevity of their air conditioning systems. If you make sure to sign up for these services when the time comes, you’ll be set for the rest of your air conditioner’s life.

Make sure you call us for your air conditioning service in Madisonville, LA. We’ve got the tools and expertise necessary to get the job done right.

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Is Your Reversing Valve Not Working?

Monday, May 25th, 2020

Heat pumps are equipped with advanced technology that allows them to both cool and heat your home throughout the year. This is especially important now, at the end of spring, when temperatures are starting to get hot and we begin to turn on our air conditioners.

Nothing feels worse than trying to turn on your heat pump for the summer season and getting blasted with hot air. When you try to hit the reversing switch on your system, you get pushback and the panic sets in that your cooling system just doesn’t want to cool. What do you do?

We can talk about the common problems we see when this reversing valve gets stuck, but the most important thing for homeowners is to contact our team for air conditioning repair in Ponchatoula, LA. Only repair services by qualified, experienced technicians can fix the problem entirely and give you back your quality cooling.

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