{"id":3685,"date":"2024-04-15T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-04-15T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.munsonairconditioning.com\/blog\/?p=3685"},"modified":"2024-04-10T08:57:57","modified_gmt":"2024-04-10T12:57:57","slug":"when-is-ac-repair-an-emergency","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.munsonairconditioning.com\/blog\/air-conditioning-service\/when-is-ac-repair-an-emergency\/","title":{"rendered":"When Is AC Repair an Emergency?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.munsonairconditioning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/When-Is-AC-Repair-an-Emergency.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.munsonairconditioning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/When-Is-AC-Repair-an-Emergency-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"overheated-person-in-front-of-a-fan-wiping-sweat-off-forehead\" class=\"wp-image-3686\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.munsonairconditioning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/When-Is-AC-Repair-an-Emergency-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.munsonairconditioning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/When-Is-AC-Repair-an-Emergency-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.munsonairconditioning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/When-Is-AC-Repair-an-Emergency.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>In our climate, air conditioning isn\u2019t a luxury. It\u2019s absolutely necessary at certain times of year for your comfort, and a lack of AC can pose serious health risks. So when something goes wrong with your air conditioner, you have to take it seriously. You can\u2019t just ignore it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Air conditioner repair is essential when your cooling system isn\u2019t providing the relief you need, or is exhibiting strange symptoms that could lead to a major breakdown. But that doesn\u2019t mean that every AC problem requires immediate action. When is an AC repair an actual emergency? We\u2019ll share some guidelines that might help you make that decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Start with Basic Troubleshooting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a chance that you don\u2019t need AC repair at all! You might be able to resolve your own problem with some very simple troubleshooting steps. Actual maintenance or repair needs to be performed by a professional, for a wide range of reasons from your personal safety to the wellbeing of your AC unit to making sure you don\u2019t void your warranty. But you should definitely check on these things:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Electrical Panel: <\/strong>Could it be that your air conditioner just tripped a circuit breaker? Have a look, and reset it if that\u2019s the case. If it keeps tripping, you have an electrical issue with the AC unit, but if it doesn\u2019t, then congratulations! You\u2019ve solved your problem.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Thermostat: <\/strong>Almost anything\u2014a stray elbow, a curious pet, a mischievous child, a well-intentioned babysitter\u2014can change the settings on your thermostat. It could have been bumped from <em>cool<\/em> to <em>off<\/em> or <em>heat<\/em>. It could have been set to a different temperature, or to vacation programming. Depending on the thermostat, it could even be dead or dying batteries.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Air Filter: <\/strong>If your AC is running but you\u2019re not getting enough cool air from your vents, or the system is starting and stopping too frequently, a clogged air filter could be the culprit! Clean or replace that.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When You Do Need Repair<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve determined that you can\u2019t solve your own problem, you do need AC repair. But how urgently do you need it? Consider these factors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Severity: <\/strong>The system not running at all is a more serious problem than a rattling noise.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Weather: <\/strong>If it\u2019s warm, but not sweltering, you can go longer without AC. If it\u2019s the middle of a heat wave, or there are very high temperatures in the forecast, you\u2019ll need your air conditioner fixed right away.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Timing: <\/strong>Is it a weekday evening, when you can call tomorrow morning for a regularly scheduled appointment? Or is it the start of a long weekend, when delaying repairs could mean three days without AC?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Vulnerable People: <\/strong>If anyone in your home is over 65, under 5, pregnant, or living with certain disabilities or medical conditions, they could be at significantly higher risk of heat stroke. Don\u2019t risk it! Get <a href=\"\/air-conditioning\/air-conditioning-repair-maintenance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">24-hour AC repair in Orlando, FL<\/a> to keep your loved ones safe and comfortable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"\/contact\/send-message\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\"><strong>Contact Gary Munson Heating &amp; Air Conditioning for air conditioning repair in Orlando, FL<\/strong><\/a>. <strong>You\u2019ll be more comfortable with the best!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When is an AC repair need an actual emergency? 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