Air Conditioner Struggling To Cool Your Home? It Could Be Mother Nature
As we head into the summer months, triple-digit heat, rain, and the occasional wind and thunderstorm are all but guaranteed. If your air conditioner is struggling to cool your home this time of year, these outdoor elements could be the reason. They can make your outdoor unit work much harder than it should, putting it at risk for damage or a full breakdown if it isn’t maintained regularly.
Let’s take a look at some of Mother Nature’s biggest annoyances and how they can cause damage over time.
Common Culprits Behind An Air Conditioner Struggling To Cool
Ants And Other Pesky Pests
If you follow our Facebook page, you’ve probably seen just how appealing an air conditioner’s outdoor condenser is to insects, rodents, and other slithery invaders. Too many times, our skilled technicians have been called out to diagnose a problem, only to find a dead rat stuck in the fan, a dead snake coiled around it, or a colony of ants throwing a party in a contactor that ended up short-circuiting the entire system. Animals and insects are naturally going to investigate — and occasionally pitch a tent — since it’s outdoors and on their turf.
Bushes, Flowers, And Decorative Enclosures
You may want to dress up your boxy AC unit or hide it behind a decorative fence or enclosure. The problem is, the unit needs consistent airflow to work properly. Trees, bushes, or flower gardens that grow into the unit can cause major damage. Rule of thumb: leave several feet of clearance around your AC unit so it has proper breathing room.
Leaves, Dirt, And Debris
You may be comfortable and safe in your home during a rainstorm, but your AC — as tough as it’s built to be — can take a beating from Mother Nature over time. Leaves accumulate. Dirt and debris build up. Left untouched, this buildup can lead to the slow demise of your air conditioner.
What To Do About It
These are just a few of the reasons your air conditioner might be struggling to cool your home the way it used to. The best thing you can do to protect and prolong the life of your HVAC system is to keep it on a regular maintenance schedule. It’s a small fee to pay now that can save you hundreds — maybe thousands — down the road.
If your air conditioner is due for a good cleaning, tune up and a little TLC, give us a call to schedule one of our skilled, friendly and professional HVAC technicians. You will not regret it.
We Love Serving Our Neighbors
At Advanced AC, we love helping our fellow citizens stay cool and comfortable. We know how demanding local summers can be. We also know how stressful HVAC problems feel when temperatures soar.
That’s why we take pride in honest service, dependable work, and friendly care. We love making people happy by restoring comfort quickly. Nothing beats seeing relief replace frustration.
Our team proudly serves homeowners and families across Bossier, Benton, Haughton, and Shreveport.
Whether you need maintenance, repairs, or expert advice, we are ready to help. When summer starts showing off, Advanced Air Conditioning & Heating is ready to answer.
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