When you live in a state such as Florida, you need an air conditioning system that you can rely on to effectively and efficiently cool your home. This means that each of its components needs to function as it should. One of these components\u2014the most important one there is\u2014is the compressor.<\/p>\n
The compressor serves as the \u201cheart\u201d of your air conditioner, applying energy to the system\u2019s refrigerant and then delivering it through the coils to carry about heat exchange. If the compressor doesn\u2019t work as it should, then your AC system simply can\u2019t provide cooling to your living space.<\/p>\n
When AC systems break down or begin to function poorly, the first thing our HVAC professionals look at is the system\u2019s compressor. This is because the most common air conditioner issues can almost always be narrowed down to a compressor problem or an issue with the compressor motor. You can rely on our professionals to assist you with any compressor problems you may have. We\u2019ve listed some of the most common below.<\/p>\n
Your compressor functions by using suction and discharge to draw liquid refrigerant inside, and then compress it into a high temperature gas. However, if this pressurization is too high or too low due to mechanical motion, then the pressure throughout the unit won\u2019t be at its ideal level, and you\u2019ll notice less cooling power.<\/p>\n
Your compressor motor runs the mechanical action of the components. So if it fails, the compressor simply will not work. This is most often caused by a failed start capacitor, which can be repaired easily by one of our professional technicians. Another possible reason for a failed motor is that it has burnt out, which means the motor itself will need to be replaced.<\/p>\n
It is possible that your compressor has overheated. This could be due to problems with wiring, or it can be the compressor motor that\u2019s to blame. Whatever the cause is, overheating can and will cause the compressor to stop functioning.<\/p>\n