If the air conditioner in your Nederland, TX, home keeps turning off abruptly, it could be overheating. This is typically caused by a handful of common but fixable issues. Here are some of the most frequent causes of an overheating AC system:
Dirty Air Filter
A neglected air filter can become so clogged that it blocks airflow completely. That will force the blower motor in your AC system to work harder than it should, leading to it overheating. In that case, replacing your air filter should solve the problem.
Too Many Closed Vents
If you have a habit of closing vents to control temperatures in your home, it may lead to your AC system overheating. Without enough vents open, the blower motor will meet excess backpressure in your ductwork. As it works to overcome that pressure, it may overheat.
If your AC system isn’t cooling your home evenly, it may need maintenance. Our service technicians have the skill to service any make or model of air conditioner. They’ll help ensure that your system works optimally to deliver sufficient cold air to every part of your home.
Dirty Condenser Coil
When your AC system runs, it collects heat inside your home and expels it outside via its condenser coil. If the coil gets too dirty, it’ll block the expulsion of that heat. As a result, your air conditioner will run hotter than it should, triggering a shutdown.
Loss of Refrigerant
One of the most serious reasons your AC system could overheat is a loss of refrigerant. There are two ways it might happen. One is that low refrigerant pressure can cause your AC evaporator coil to ice over, blocking airflow.
The other way that low refrigerant causes overheating is by depriving your AC compressor of lubricant. The refrigerant carries necessary lubricants through the system as it runs. Without it, your AC compressor can suffer significant internal damage and may overheat.
If your AC system keeps overheating and turning off, don’t ignore it. Call Sumrall Air Conditioning for an AC repair appointment right away!
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