Possible Reasons Your AC Won’t Turn On

Are you desperately fanning yourself right now because your AC just won’t turn on? Trust us; we’ve been there and we understand your frustration. Air conditioning and heating experts from Acker Heating & Cooling discuss what might be possibly wrong with your AC and how you can prevent such issues.

Common Reasons Your AC Is Not Turning On

When your home becomes a hothouse, there could be several reasons behind it, including the following:

Tripped Circuit Breaker. The AC might be drawing power more than the circuit can handle, causing the circuit breaker to trip. This is a safety measure that protects your appliances from overheating and damaging their electric components, but if this keeps happening, you need to have your electrical system checked by your local electrician. Frequent tripping can also be indicative of a problem within your AC system, requiring professional attention.
Dirty Air Filters. Not cleaning your air filters can cause the AC to work harder than it should. Since the unit is being overworked, it’s likely that the circuit breaker may trip or the system itself blows a fuse, putting it out of service.
Low Refrigerant Levels. This is very common on old units that might have rusted coils that leak out refrigerant that’s essential to cooling your home (and dangerous to everyone’s health if it keeps leaking out). Fixing this issue requires a residential and commercial HVAC expert’s knowledge and expertise.
Thermostat Malfunction. Sometimes, it’s a simple issue of incorrect settings, or that its batteries need replacing. Other times, the thermostat itself is in need of an upgrade. If you’re unsure of what the issue may be, your HVAC technician will have to take a look at it.

Call Us Today!

The last thing you want is for your AC to be out of commission when you need it most, especially during the summer months. In case this happens, make sure you get in touch with your reputable HVAC contractor in the area. At Acker Heating & Cooling, we offer expert and comprehensive maintenance services to keep your AC running smoothly. Whether it’s your home’s air conditioning, heating systems or even your commercial HVAC if you run a business, the solution is only a phone call or a click away. Reach out to us at (706) 425-8774, or fill out this contact form. We’re here to help you keep cool, even when your AC won’t.

Bryan Acker