What to Do If Your AC Just Stops Working?

What to do if your AC just stops working?

You come home from a long day and the house isn’t cool.  Why isn’t your air conditioner not blowing cold air? There can be several things that keep it from blowing cool air, like low on refrigerant. After you’ve checked these things, if it is still blowing warm air, you’ll need professional emergency air conditioner repair. 

• Check the thermostat: If your air conditioning isn’t turning on, make sure the thermostat is on “Cool” and “Auto”, and the temperature is lower than the room temperature. 
• Check the circuit breaker: If it is tripped, flip it back on. If it flips off again, make that phone call for emergency air conditioner repair. 
• Check the air filter: If you haven’t recently changed or cleaned it, do it now. A clogged air filter will cause an air conditioner to shut off. 
• Check the indoor shutoff switch: This is located next to the indoor component and could have been accidentally turned off. Flip it back on and if it turns back off, then you’ll need to schedule that emergency air conditioner repair service. 
• Inspect the indoor component for ice buildup: If you see ice inside the indoor component, turn the system off and wait an hour or so, allowing the ice to melt.
• Check the air duct connections: Climb into the attic and inspect the air duct connections. If any are disconnected, use proper air duct tape and mend them back together. If you have several, you should call an air duct company. 
• Check the condensation drain line and pan: Make sure the drain line isn’t clogged, and if it is, clean it out. Make sure the drain pan is empty.
• Check the exterior component coils: Remove any debris and grass that has sucked up against the unit. This can impede the airflow and keep the unit from blowing cool air. If it is still blowing warm air after this, you need to call for an emergency air conditioner repair service. 
• Check the reset button: Where is the AC reset button? This is a red button that is typically located on the exterior component along the bottom edge close to the ground. If you don’t find it there, it may be next to the interior component. 

How do you cool down if the air conditioner is broken?

Even here in the Vacaville, California, the summers can warm. So, if your air conditioner isn’t cooling your home, while you wait for your emergency air conditioner repair service technician, take these steps: 

• Keep blinds and window coverings closed during the day
• Use ceiling fans and stand fans to circulate the air in the rooms
• Keep everyone hydrated by drinking plenty of water
• Wear light-colored clothing
• Use cool, wet rags on the back of the neck
• Place bowls of ice in front of the tabletop fans

Does putting ice in front of a tabletop fan work?

This is a DIY trick that surprisingly works! You simply fill a bowl with ice and water, then place the bowl in front of the tabletop fans. As the fan blows across the bowl, the air is cooler.

Should you turn the air conditioner off if it isn’t cooling?

Yes, if the unit is blowing warm air or none at all, turn the unit off. While the unit is off, follow the steps we listed above, and once you’ve completed them, turn it back on and try again. If it still isn’t blowing cool air, turn it back off and make that emergency air conditioner repair phone call. 

Keeping Cool 

You can prevent needing emergency air condition repair service by practicing routine maintenance each month. This maintenance includes checking the air filter and drain line and keeping things off the exterior components. 

If you know what company installed your air conditioning system, schedule professional inspections once a year for an inspection and cleaning with them. If you don’t know what company, call around for 2 to 3 quotes and schedule an appointment with them. 

These steps will help you to have fewer, probably no emergency air conditioner repair needs. This will also prolong the lifespan of your air conditioning system by keeping it working properly. For the best emergency air conditioner repair in Vacaville, CA, call us now at 707-689-5128!