4 Signs that your aircon needs to be repaired

Call it Murphy’s Law, luck, or whatever you are comfortable with, but an aircon always seems to give out at the most inconvenient times. By becoming accustomed to the small signs that your air conditioner needs to be serviced, you can avoid surprises and large maintenance costs. The best practice remains to have a regular maintenance plan in place that has been set up for your specific unit and environment. Creating a plan like this is standard practice at Cool Intentions. Here are the most frequent signs of an air conditioning unit that needs maintenance:

It’s making a noise

If your aircon is making any grinding, squealing, scraping or any other unusual noise, it may be a belt or fan moving out of place. This can be easily repaired, but if ignored, can break, or compromise other parts within the unit.

It’s leaking

Any moisture leaking out of the unit is a problem. It can be a refrigerant leak, water from a broken or blocked tube or ice that formed inside the unit that started melting. In any case, it is a serious problem, and you should contact a specialist immediately.

It’s not cooling or heating properly

When this happens, it could indicate a variety of problems. Your thermostat could be broken, the ductwork could be blocked, or filters clogged up. The air conditioning specialist will be able to pinpoint the problem during the service.

Strange smells when turning the unit on

You are not supposed to smell anything when turning an air conditioner on. A musty smell could indicate mould within the unit while a strong smell could indicate burnt-out wires. When this occurs you should stop using the unit immediately until the problem is resolved as it could make you, your family or co-workers sick.

If you are experiencing any of the above signs you need to book a service as soon as possible to avoid losing the entire unit.

Let our professional and experienced sales consultant assist you in determining the best solution for your requirements. We guarantee 100% satisfaction every time.

To find out more or to book a free site inspection or service, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us at 082 567 8372 or email us at info@coolintentions.co.za. Our services include Airconditioning sales, installation, service as well as ventilation and refrigeration installations, repairs and maintenance in the greater Cape Town area.

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