Sierra Pacific Home & Comfort, Inc. Blog: Posts Tagged ‘AC Repair’

Ways to Know When Your AC Needs Repairs

Monday, June 24th, 2024

When air conditioners have problems, they exhibit some common signs. If you ignore these red flags, problems will worsen until your unit breaks down completely. But when you are able to call for services and get issues resolved sooner, you can prevent a breakdown completely and even eliminate long-term damage to your air conditioner.

Just give our team a call for AC Repair in Elk Grove, CA and we can help. You have also keep reading to learn more about some of the reasons that you should call for service sooner rather than later.

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5 Warning Signs Your AC Gives Before a Breakdown

Monday, June 26th, 2023

If you listen to your air conditioner, you’ll pick up on red flags that indicate there’s an oncoming storm of problems that’s about to hit. Some are less subtle than others, but each leads to their own problems. Over time, you’ll get better at identifying these warning signs so you can call for repairs before a major breakdown.

When you get AC repair in Rancho Cordova, CA, tell these warning signs to your technician so they can pinpoint the largest problem first and work their way out from there.

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Sounds Your AC Should Never Make

Monday, January 9th, 2023
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You know what your air conditioner is supposed to sound like when you turn it on. Most of the time, it shouldn’t sound like anything; you hear the noise of it groaning to life, then it’s quiet. All you hear is the sound of air blowing from the vents after the compressor kicks on.

So what happens when abnormal sounds occur, and they don’t stop? It usually points to the need for AC repair in Rancho Cordova, CA. Don’t fret: before you pick up the phone and call for repairs, let’s see if your AC is making any of the following noises and explain what they mean.

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End-of-Season AC Repairs To Be Aware Of

Monday, September 19th, 2022
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As summer draws to a close, most people aren’t thinking about their air conditioner. However, this is a perfect time. Take care of any maintenance and repairs now so your system is ready to go for next year. 

But how do you know if you need AC repairs or not? Here are 5 signs of AC troubles you should watch for!

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Is Your AC in Need of Repair?

Monday, June 13th, 2022
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Air conditioning repair is one of those services you never want to wait to address. Sure, it’s tempting to. If your system is still operating and you weren’t prepared to budget for repairs, why bother, right?

Unfortunately, ignoring repair needs means risking your cooling system completely breaking down when you need it the most, right in the middle of summer. As such, we encourage you to take care of the system as soon as you discover something is amiss.

But how do you know when this is the case? After all, you aren’t an AC professional—that’s our job! However, it is possible, and even important, to know the basics so that you know when to give us a call. Read on for some of the top signs that your air conditioner does, in fact, need professional repairs.

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Time for a Tune-Up! Prepping Your AC for Summer

Monday, March 8th, 2021
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We’ve been seeing some cooler temperatures for now, but you know as well as we do that when summer decides to grace us with its presence, it will arrive fast and hard. Therefore, it’s a good idea to make sure that your air conditioner is ready. That’s right, it’s time for a tune-up!

Scheduling your cooling system maintenance now, before the weather starts taking a turn, is the best way to make sure that your system remains as effective and efficient as possible for as long as possible, saving you money on your utility bills and in repair costs.

Wondering how maintenance can do all this? Read on to learn more!

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4 Steps to Saving More on Cooling Costs

Monday, June 3rd, 2019

air-conditionerEveryone should be able to run an air conditioner without it costing them a fortune. And sometimes that means installing a few upgrades or paying for some services that can significantly boost the air conditioner’s efficiency.

In this post, you won’t find any gimmicky or “quick” methods for improving efficiency—those rarely work. Instead, we’ll tell you which AC services in Sacramento, CA can make a serious difference in your monthly cooling costs:

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Can Outdoor Temperatures Affect Your HVAC System?

Monday, May 20th, 2019

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Air conditioners are designed to perform at their highest efficiency even during the hottest summers—given that they’re properly maintained, that is. If not, it would be like if you were forced to go run a marathon while recovering from an injury!

If your air conditioner is suffering from a repair issue or hasn’t had maintenance in years, it could very well suffer performance issues from intense heat.

However, there are other times when the weather can affect the system, in both summer and in winter. Here are a few examples:

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How to Stay Out of AC Trouble

Monday, July 16th, 2018

question-markWhen it comes to AC trouble, there are two kinds:

  1. The problem that comes about from not having proper maintenance performed on a regular basis.
  2. The kind that happens out of nowhere, for seemingly no reason, and at the worst possible time.

We wouldn’t want you to bring on either kind of trouble any sooner than necessary. Luckily, there are a few things you can do (or not do) to help. We’ve listed a few ways you can prevent from having to call for air conditioning repair in Rocklin, CA.

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How to Tell If You Need Air Conditioning Repair

Monday, May 21st, 2018

overheated-homeownerYour home’s central air conditioning unit is one of the most important features when it comes to your comfort and quality of life. It’s also one of the most specialized—while a homeowner can take on things like minor plumbing, electrical, or carpentry work with confidence, not many homeowners have the specialized knowledge and training required to service or maintain an HVAC system.

Just like your car or many other systems, your air conditioner needs regular maintenance to keep working properly, and it’s a lot easier (and cheaper) to address any problem when it’s at Stage 1 rather than waiting until Stage 4 or 5. Even the best air conditioning unit has a life cycle of about 10 to 15 years, but you can get the most out of that unit with regular maintenance.

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