How to know when it's time to fill up your air conditioning unit with freon.
I know your all thinking, how many times in the lifetime of my Hvac system do I need to recharge the freon. The answer might surprise you, NEVER!
When your AC isn't blowing COLD air, any technician may tell you that you need more freon (Refrigerant) but Climate Crew Corp can give you an alternative solution that will give your Hvac system better results in the future.
We will explain with 3 topics to closer educate and help you resolve any AC problem you may be having.
#1 - Just why your AC system should never be filled with freon.
If your low on freon (Refrigerant), its escaping somehow, adding more freon (Refrigerant) may or may not be the proper fix. HERE IS WHY?
#1 AC SYSTEMS NEVER USES GAS LIKE A BOILER OR A CAR.
The refrigerant absorbs heat in your space and rids of this heat outside. (Heat transfer fluid) at this point the refrigerant turns from a liquid to a gas then back into a liquid. Refrigerant never evaporates or dissipates when inside the refrigerant loop.
#2 AC REFRIGERANT IS A SEALED SYSTEM CALLED THE REFRIGERANT LOOP.
This means unless you have a leak the refrigerant will never be low.
Tip #2 - Alternative solutions to fixing your AC.
If your AC isn't cooling properly, a tech should check the amount of refrigerant that is in your system. If the refrigerant is low, they shouldn't just top the gas off. Instead, they should take the proper steps to possibly find the leak in the evaporator or condenser coil and the rest of the sealed refrigerant loop.
Most likely, a refrigerant leak is what's causing your low gas problem. The technician should search for a leak before recommending any diagnosis, including recharging your ac with refrigerant. Adding refrigerant will temporarily solve the issues before leaking out again, and your AC will be blowing warm air AGAIN!!! Now your back where you started.
Not only is filling up the system without checking for leaks costly but overcharging your AC can also damage the compressor. A technician should offer you other options, such as:
1. REPAIR THE LEAK.
The tech should find the leak then give you a quote to repair it. The price can vary depending on the location of the leak. If you choose to fix the leak, the tech will remove the refrigerant from the system. Repair the leak, recharge it with the right amount of refrigerant. Then test the AC system to ensures that system is leak free.
2. REPLACING THE AC.
If your AC requires frequent repairs, is more than 10 years old or use the old phased out refrigerant (R-22). It may not make sense to spend a lot of MONEY $ repairing the leak. At this point you will want to consider the cost of replacing or repairing your air conditioning system. If you choose to replace your AC system, Climate Crew Corp have plenty of full install's discounts to help install a new system more affordable.
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#3 - Other reason your AC is not cooling.
A refrigerant leak may not be the only reason your AC isn't cooling.
According to the US DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY. Other causes may include:
DRAIN LINE CLOGGED: The indoor units drain line or drain pan can get clogged; this will cause your AC to malfunction.
DIRTY FILTER: A dirty filter will restrict air flow throughout the system. Making it less efficient and reducing the ability to keep the space cool.
ELECTRICAL BURN OUTS: Your AC system logic is controlled by a main PCB BOARD. If a short occurs the board will be the first component effected.
So, now you know how to answer, when someone ask - How often do I need to fill my AC with freon?
If your AC isn't cooling, you should have a reliable and reputable HVAC COMPANY take a look at it. CLIMATE CREW CORP technician will provide recommendation and solutions to keep your home comfortable.
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