Questions
The things people ask about an AC
Straight answers, no sales pitch, and no numbers invented to look precise.
How much does AC repair cost in Houston?
There is no single number, but there are five things that decide it, and you can tell which kind of repair you are looking at before anybody comes out.
Why is my AC running but not cooling?
Filter, condenser, ice, refrigerant, compressor, or a house the system can no longer keep up with. In that order.
Should I repair or replace my AC?
Age, what failed, what refrigerant it uses, and whether this is the first big repair or the second.
How long does an AC last in Houston?
Ten to fifteen years, not the twenty you read about, because it runs two to three times as many hours a year here.
My AC is frozen. What should I do?
Switch it off, run the fan, change the filter, and work out whether it is airflow or refrigerant before switching it back on.
Do HVAC contractors need a license in Texas?
Yes. Texas licenses air conditioning and refrigeration contractors through TDLR, and you can check a number in a minute.
Does a home warranty or insurance cover AC repair?
A home warranty may, with conditions. Homeowners insurance almost never does, unless something sudden broke it.
Why is my AC leaking water inside the house?
Almost always the condensate drain. In Houston a system makes gallons of water a day and the drain line is where it goes wrong.
What does an AC tune-up include?
Coil cleaning, a charge check against the manufacturer's figures, electrical tests, a drain flush, and a written report. Not a sales call.
Why is my electricity bill so high in summer?
The AC is most of it. The question is whether it is working harder than it should, and there are four things that make it.
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