You have just gone for a jog in the blazing Florida heat. You are looking forward to turning on the air conditioning and relaxing. Unfortunately, when you get to your house, your AC will not turn on.
As your brow drips, you curse the machine and wonder what has caused this cruel turn of events. According to this company, there are a few things that might cause your air conditioner not to turn on.
Your Air Filter Is Dirty
The air filter in your HVAC unit collects pet dander, allergens, and dust. When it gets clogged, air will not be able to travel through your HVAC system. If it has been a long time since the filter was changed, your air conditioner might not turn on at all.
Air conditioner filters get a particularly hard workout in Florida. This is because people use their air conditioners all year long instead of just in the summer. You should clean your air filter frequently and replace it at least every six months.
Clogged Drain Line
If you never have maintenance performed on your HVAC system, the drain lines in the system may get clogged with moisture and dirt. Fortunately, you can clean it yourself.
Turn off your air conditioner before you begin. You will find the drain line outside, attached to the condenser. Simply detach it and pour boiling hot water right into the line. You should do this about every six weeks.
Low Refrigerant
Refrigerant is a fluid that runs through the coils. It absorbs heat from the air, so an air conditioner can help cool your home.
If your air conditioner is low on refrigerant, it is probably due to a leak. You should have an HVAC specialist out to locate the leak, patch it and fill your system with refrigerant.
The Circuit Breaker
Let’s face it, Most of us are not professional electricians. The air conditioning may not turn on because you simply blew a fuse. You should go to your fuse box and look for the air conditioning circuit. Simply turn it off, wait a few minutes and then turn it back on.
Clogged Drain Pan
One of the things your air conditioner does is remove moisture from the air. That moisture collects in the drain pan. You will find the pan underneath the evaporator coils.
The pan needs to be cleaned regularly, or it can become clogged. It is especially bad in Florida because of all the humidity. There are two drains attached to each pan to prevent clogging.
If they are both full, it can be very dangerous. If they are both clogged, a float switch will turn the AC off. If this switch were not there, there would be major leaking throughout your entire house.
You can vacuum out these drains with a wet vac, but it can create a mess. It is best to call a professional repair company.
If you live in Florida, air conditioning is not an option. If you take good care of your HVAC system, it should work well and be there when you need it most.
