AC Repair in Jacksonville, FL

Why Isn’t My AC Working?

We all know that air conditioners don’t always turn on when you need them most. When this happens to you (because it almost inevitably will) and you’re wondering, “Why is my AC not working?”, it’s easy to feel frustrated and even overwhelmed. Before you panic or call for air conditioning repair in Jacksonville, check the following things or have a professional check them:

• Dead Batteries: If the batteries in your thermostat go dead, your air conditioner won’t turn on. If the screen there is suddenly blank, that’s a good sign that your thermostat needs some more juice. It’s usually easy to change out these batteries to find out if this is your problem.
• It Got Turned Off: Most air conditioners have two disconnect switches: one in wherever the indoor component of your air conditioner is located (typically the garage, attic or basement), and one by the outdoor unit. These can easily get bumped into the “off” position, which means your AC unit won’t work again until you flip them on.
• Breakers & Fuses: If your AC flips a breaker or blows a fuse in your electrical panel, you’ll need to flip it back or replace it before the unit will work again. If it keeps doing this, call the air conditioning repair team at Von’s to find out why. Your air conditioner itself also has a fuse inside. If that goes out, you’ll need a Jacksonville air conditioning repair expert to help you fix it.
• A Blown Transformer: This also lives inside your air conditioner and is best tested and fixed by a Jacksonville air conditioning repair expert. We know how to do the job quickly and safely. Fortunately if this is the issue, it’s easy to fix!
• Dirty Coils: If your Jacksonville air conditioner is blowing air but it’s just not cold enough, the problem may lie in your coils. These exist both indoors and out. Check both units and gently remove any debris that has collected around them. You can also call us for AC maintenance and let us do the job for you.
• A Failed Capacitor: Capacitors are kind of like giant batteries that hold power so your AC can both turn on and stay on. When they get old, they can’t maintain power levels high enough for the unit to run and they need to be replaced by a Jacksonville air conditioning pro.
• A Clogged Filter: Sometimes, fixing your air conditioner is as easy as changing your filter. If it’s been a while since you changed this or your air conditioner has worked extra hard because of dust or ash in the air, the filter may be exceptionally dirty. Change it to increase airflow and get cool again.