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A few months ago, I realized that something was wrong with my HVAC system. It seemed like no matter what I did, some rooms were hot and some rooms were simply getting too much cooled air. Instead of trying to troubleshoot my air conditioner on my own, I called out a professional HVAC repairman for help. They went through each room of my house when the system was running to measure the outgoing airflow and to check for issues. They discovered some serious balance problems, which they resolved after running a few extra lines. Check out this blog to learn more about HVAC in general.

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Is Your Air Conditioner Running Abnormally? Here Are Some Of The Possible Causes

If your air conditioner seems to run in a strange manner, you'll face several problems. For instance, your energy bills will deviate from what you expect. Remember that the more your air conditioner runs, the more energy it uses and the higher power bills you will incur. Besides that, abnormal running of the AC causes strain on different parts of the system, ultimately leading to failure. Various factors can cause your AC to run strangely, and here are a few you should know. 

The Blower Motor or Fan Is Failing 

If your blower motor doesn't produce sufficient air or the fan speed is lower, it can cause your unit to run longer than usual. You can easily address this issue by adjusting the fan speed. You should also check whether the fan blade has a layer of grime, as this can also contribute to the slow speeds. If there's heavy dirt buildup, clean it properly. But if these tricks don't solve the problem, call your AC repair technician to check for underlying issues.

The Thermostat Is Out of Order 

Another possible culprit for a continually running AC is a defective thermostat. In this case, the air conditioner keeps running since the thermostat isn't registering the room's conditions. To test the effectiveness of your thermostat, begin by raising and lowering the temperature several times. While doing this, be sure to set it at "cool" or "heat" and keep your AC circuit breaker in the "on" position. If you don't notice any temperature changes, call an AC repair technician to fix the thermostat.

The AC Is Inappropriately Sized for the Building 

If your AC is too small for your home, it will likely run longer than usual. This is also the possible scenario if you've added square footage to your home in a recent renovation. For such an AC to cool your home efficiently, it has to work overtime, which can be problematic. For instance, some of its parts will begin to wear and tear since they are overworking. If you suspect that your current system isn't sufficient for your needs, it's best to invest in a new one that will effectively serve the entire building. 

Your air conditioner requires frequent maintenance like most electrical equipment in your home. That way, you can be sure that it will run efficiently at all times. And if you detect an anomaly in the system's operations, it's prudent to seek AC repair services. 

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