What to Expect During an AC Repair Appointment

So, all of a sudden your A/C needs repair at your Fort Lauderdale home and you’re not sure what to expect. 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 tends to add another level of anxiety. But fear not! Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning is here to update you on the standard AC repair process so you will be ready when an expert air conditioning service technician needs to pay you a visit. 

AC Repair Starts Simple 

When the service tech comes to your home, they should initially request to check your thermostat. It might seem silly, but they need to check it to confirm that it’s not just a thermostat settings issue. The service tech will check that the thermostat is programmed to cool and then reduce the temperature to see if that will activate the AC. A flawed or improperly connected wire could be the culprit that’s standing in the way of you and a comfortable home. 

If this doesn’t resolve the trouble, the technician may need to look at your circuit breaker box. They might set 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 technician will then most likely ask to see the A/C. Like a doctor, the repairman will commence their trial and error testing process. There are several things that could be the culprit of an AC that isn’t operating properly, and it’s up the service tech to evaluate all the possible reasons starting from the most ordinary issues to the least. The process could take anywhere from five minutes to sixty, and sometimes longer. 

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

Once the AC service tech has identified the problem, they should explain all your options to you. The discussion will typically start with the service tech explaining what the issue is, what part (if any) failed, how or why it failed, and how that part makes your AC operate. 

The technician will then go into your options, which will involve changing out the part and fixing the problem, but may also involve upgrading parts of the AC system, the AC itself, or your complete heating and cooling system. In certain cases, it may make more sense to buy a whole new HVAC system, specifically if the A/C system is past its prime, or susceptible to breaking down again and end up costing you more for A/C system repairs in the long run. The repairman will explain how much time, effort, and cost it will take to resolve the trouble. 

The technician might now explain what could have avoided the issue or part failure and how to prevent a future issue. This usually includes being proactive with annual maintenance, which not only helps prevent an air conditioning breakdown, but in most cases also keeps your air conditioner’s warranty valid. Most expert air conditioner repair businesses will offer an annual maintenance plan so you don’t have to stress about making future heating and cooling tune-up appointments for your home. 

At the end, they will discuss the process for repairing the failed part or fixing the issue. If you determine that A/C system repair is better for you than investing in an AC system upgrade, the repairman will order any parts required and plan your new appointment to repair your A/C system. Or, if the part needed is already handy on their truck, they will begin the air conditioner repair work with your go-ahead. 

Keep in mind that throughout Fort Lauderdale you’re in good hands with Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning. Our repairmen are ACE-certified and have undergone extensive background checks so you can feel confident with the men and women we send into your home. If you ever have any questions about your AC or what to expect with your air conditioning repair, give us a call 24/7 at 954-736-4314 and we’ll be happy to discuss the process.