When You Can Perform DIY HVAC Repairs and When You Shouldn’t

If you have an HVAC problem in the middle of a cold winter or on a scorching-hot summer day in Jupiter, Florida, it can be tempting to tackle the problem yourself. Your HVAC system has complex components that can be damaged or hazardous for an untrained individual. To keep your home comfortable and safe, find out when you can perform DIY HVAC repairs and when you should leave the job to the professionals.

The Air Conditioner Isn’t Cooling

If your air conditioner is blowing warm air, it may be caused by something as simple as a dirty air filter, which is designed to keep dust and debris from clogging your system. If you clean or change the filter and the air still isn’t cool, it’s time to call a professional. This could be caused by a problem with intricate components or a faulty thermostat, which both require more complex AC repairs.

You Hear Strange Noises

If you hear something banging around in your outdoor unit, turn off the unit at the breaker box and check to see if a rock or stick has fallen in there. But if the noises you’re hearing are more like hissing or squeaking, that would be something way more serious that you can’t DIY. Any squeaking could be coming from a loose or broken belt that needs replacing, while hissing could be because of low refrigerant or a system leak. No matter what, call in a professional.

There Is a Leak

Your HVAC system should never accumulate too much water, but that does not always indicate a huge problem. In some cases, an HVAC system can be leaking from a clogged drain pan, which you can easily fix yourself by checking and clearing it out. If you do that and still have a leak, it could be caused by broken or worn gaskets, fittings, tubing, and more, which are best left to the professionals.

If you need HVAC repairs in Jupiter, Florida, contact Stephen K. Denny, Inc. to schedule an appointment with one of our professional technicians right away.

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