Tampa Air Conditioning Troubleshooting Tips and Tricks

If you experience a minor or common problem with your system, try one of the tips below. If you’re not sure what’s wrong, call us for assistance. Most of the repairs that follow are only temporary solutions until a professional can assess the safe operation of your equipment.

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The display on my thermostat is blank

• Check to make sure the batteries in the thermostat are fresh.
• If equipped, check the condensate overflow safety reservoir, located at your air handler/furnace, to make sure it hasn’t filled up with water and raised the safety switch. Suction out the water and re-install the switch. Don’t attempt to run the air conditioner without the switch installed properly, or water damage may result.
• Check the breakers for your air conditioning system. There will be one for the indoor air handler/furnace unit and another for the outdoor condensing unit. If one of them has tripped, it can be reset by first moving it to the OFF position and then back to the ON position.

My air conditioner doesn’t seem to be cooling

• Check to see if the thermostat display is blank. If so, see the section above.
• Check the settings on your thermostat. If you want to stay cool, make sure the temperature control selector is set below room temperature and the SYSTEM switch is on the COOL or AUTO position. The FAN switch should be set to AUTO.
• Check your air conditioner’s air filter(s) and replace if necessary.
• Check the bottom of the air handler/furnace to see if it’s very cold and sweating. If so, turn the air conditioner off for at least 4-5 hours and replace the filter. The unit is frozen and will need to defrost.
• Check the breakers for your air conditioning system. There will be one for the indoor air handler/furnace unit and another for the outdoor condensing unit. If one of them has tripped, it can be reset by first moving it to the OFF position and then back to the ON position.

One room or area of my home is warmer than the others

• Check your air conditioner’s air filter(s) and replace if necessary.
• If your home has a zone comfort system, check the thermostat settings for that particular zone. If you want to stay cool, make sure the temperature control selector is set below room temperature, the SYSTEM switch is on the COOL or AUTO position, and the FAN switch is set to AUTO.
• Are window treatments installed? If not, install them. If so, adjust the treatments so that minimal or no sunlight can enter the room(s) directly.
• Check the supply-air and return-air grilles in the room(s) to ensure they’re open completely and blowing air while the system is running.
• Check if there are many electronic devices operating in the room(s). Rooms converted to offices may be warmer due to these devices than due to the air conditioner’s operation.

None of the suggestions above have solved my problem

• Read the Air Conditioning Frequently Asked Questions page for more help with common problems.
• Contact Del-Air Heating & Air Conditioning to schedule a professional to assess the problem.
• Consider opening windows if it’s cooler outside than in your home.
• Use fans to circulate air in the home and improve your comfort.
• If your home has multiple systems, consider relocating activities or temporarily sleeping in a cooler area.
• Consider alternative accommodations, if necessary, when immediate relief isn’t possible.

Call Del-Air for AC Troubleshooting & Repair in Tampa

If you’re experiencing persistent cooling problems even after following the troubleshooting steps outlined below or suspect a more serious issue is to blame, don’t hesitate to contact Del-Air for the same-day solutions you need.

We’re available 24/7 to deliver the top-quality cooling repairs Tampa residents need to regain total AC functionality quickly. With plenty of financing options and rotating service specials, you can rest assured that your air conditioning repair will be as cost-effective as it is convenient.

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