What to Expect During an AC Repair Appointment

So, without notice your air conditioner needs repair at your Fort Lauderdale home and you’re not sure what to expect. It’s nerve-wracking enough to let an A/C system repair technician into your home, but then to not be sure what they’re going to do could add another level of anxiety. Not to worry! Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning is here to update you on the general air conditioner repair process so you can be ready when an expert air conditioning service technician needs to visit your home. 

AC Repair Starts Simple 

When the service tech comes to your home, they should initially request to check your thermostat. It might sound silly, but they need to inspect it to verify that it’s not just a thermostat settings issue. The repairman will verify the thermostat is set to cool and then decrease the temperature to see if that will start up the air conditioning system. A flawed or incorrectly connected wire could be the only thing that’s keeping you from a comfortable home. 

If this doesn’t fix the problem, the technician may ask you to see the circuit breaker box. They will probably flip the circuit switches to off and then back to on to see if that resolves the issue with your air conditioning system. 

Getting to the nitty-gritty of AC Repair 

The service tech will then probably ask to see the air conditioner. Like a doctor, the repairman will start their trial and error testing process. There are multiple things that could be the cause for an AC that isn’t operating properly, and it’s up the technician to examine all the possible reasons starting from the most standard issues to the least. The diagnostic process could take anywhere from five minutes to an hour, possibly longer. 

During the air conditioning diagnosis, they will likely check the air filter to verify it’s not obstructed or in need of replacing. They will check the air conditioner’s refrigerant levels, confirm the air condenser fan is rotating properly, make sure that the size of your AC is right for the size of your home, and examine the electronics, safety controls, and wiring. 

Once the air conditioner technician has identified the trouble, they should explain all your options to you. The discussion will usually start with the service tech explaining what the problem is, what part (if any) died, how or why it failed, and A/C system operate}. 

The repairman will then go into your choices, which will include swapping out the part and correcting the problem, but may also include upgrading parts of the air conditioner, the AC itself, or your complete heating and AC system. In certain cases, it may make more sense to purchase an entire new heating and AC system, particularly if the air conditioner is past its prime, or prone to breaking down again and end up with you spending more on A/C system repairs in the long run. The technician will discuss how much time, effort, and cost it will take to fix the problem. 

The service tech may at this point explain what could have avoided the problem or part failure and how to prevent a future issue. This typically includes seasonal maintenance, which not only helps prevent an AC breakdown, but in most experiences also keeps your air conditioning warranty valid. Most expert AC repair companies will offer a yearly service plan so you don’t have to worry about making future AC tune-up appointments for your home. 

Lastly, they will go over the process for repairing the failed part or correcting the trouble. If you decide that A/C system repair is better for you than investing in an AC system upgrade, the technician will order any parts necessary and set up your next appointment to repair the A/C system. Or, if the part needed is already available on their vehicle, they will go ahead and start the air conditioner repair work with your approval. 

Always know that throughout Fort Lauderdale your HVAC equipment is in good hands with Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning. Our repairmen are ACE-certified and have received 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 air conditioning system or what to expect with your A/C system repair, give us a call around the clock at 954-736-4314 and we’ll be happy to discuss the process.