Looking for replacement of central AC system. 3 ton. SEER good enough for state and FPL rebates. Single house.
Vilma L
I have a Trane unit which was installed in January of 2001. It has not preformed the way I expected and as of this time both the a/c and the heater have gone out. I need a unit that will last. The home is approm. 2600 square feet with a new roof and insulation.
Patricia R
A new air conditioner can expect to give you between 10 to 20 years of service, but problems that require AC repairs will crop up casually. Most air conditioning repair problems involve minor repairs that can be done at home. For instance, you can do simple central air conditioning troubleshooting at home. If your central air conditioner runs, but fails to cool effectively, the unit may just need cleaning. Turn off the main power supply to close all power to the unit. Remove the protective cover from the condenser fins, and clean dust and dirt, vacuuming with a small brush attachment. Remove the topmost grille, and hose the fins inside the unit. Place all the parts back together, and switch the air conditioner on. If you still don't see any improvement, call an AC repair technician to perform air conditioner troubleshooting.
If your air conditioner doesn't turn on, look for a breaker that's tripped, or a fuse that's blown. If the temperature drops below the temperature that's set on the thermostat, it can mean an improperly installed thermostat. If there is water accumulating at the base of the air conditioner, it may be a fault with the pump, or there may be something in the way of the flow of water. Generally, air ducts are able to conduct noise quite easily. If you would like a quieter air conditioner, get a repair technician to place insulation duct between the system and the duct work runs. Many AC repair problems result from improper installation and insufficient HVAC maintenance. For instance, if the unit is low on refrigerant, it usually means that it was not charged well at the time of installation. Allowing your AC filters and coils to collect dust can also affect the efficiency of your air conditioner, and over a period of time, you can find yourself with a host of AC compressor repair problems, like failure of the compressor.
The air conditioner repair tips listed above are only meant to be used by a person with more than basic DIY skills. If you are not comfortable handling electric appliances, leave your air conditioner troubleshooting to qualified Las Vegas AC repair services. We can help you connect with air conditioning service and repair contractors in Las Vegas.