How do I find my indoor AC unit?

The indoor unit is typically located in a closet or basement, and is near where your furnace filter is located. The unit consists of a coil box that contains what is called an evaporator.

Are air conditioners hard to find?

“Over the past month and a half or so, it’s been as far as getting equipment from our vendors has been a little more difficult,” Seitz said. Seitz says there is a nationwide shortage of air conditioning units and parts. “It really comes down to some shortages when it comes to copper and steel.

Why is there a AC shortage?

On the West Coast, some energy groups are warning that California is the U.S. region most at risk of power shortages this summer due to the state’s growing reliance on renewable energy sources like wind and solar.

How can I find out the size of my air conditioner?

1. Determine the nominal size from the model number. The good news is that most HVAC manufacturers make it easy to determine the nominal capacity of your air conditioner. It’s in the model number. Go outside and find the outdoor unit, that metal noisemaker hidden away on the side or the back of the house.

How to know if your air conditioner is working properly?

Check your thermostat (cooling control) and make sure it is set to cool at the current temperature, and working properly. As with plugs, sometimes settings can change by accident. Check your fan blower belt for excessive slack, damage, or breakage. This can cause low air flow which allows ice to form, and thus causes low cooling performance.

Where to check your air conditioner for blockages?

In a ductless system, there’s a reusable filter on the condenser outside. For a window unit, the filter is usually behind the grates on the front. Check your vents and ducts for blockages. If there are any obstructions in front of the vents or ducts, this could disrupt your system’s ability to function correctly.

Where do you call for an air conditioner technician?

If the problem persists, you’ll probably need to call an HVAC technician. On a central AC system, the filter is usually located in the duct on the return line, or on the furnace. In a ductless system, there’s a reusable filter on the condenser outside. For a window unit, the filter is usually behind the grates on the front.

What to do if your air conditioner is not working?

HINT: To check if the issue is with the password or the app, disconnect the phone or another device from your home WiFi network and reconnect by entering your home network password manually.

How can I tell if my air conditioner is leaking?

Use an air leak detector to find your leaks. Turn the device on and point it at the areas where you suspect leaks. A small light coming from the device will scan the area you are pointing at. If there is a leak, the light will turn blue if the leaking air is cold, it will turn red if the leaking air is warm.

What’s the best way to check for air leaks?

Steps Use the hand test to find air leaks. On a cold day with the heat on inside your home, place your hand around the edges of all exterior doors, windows, and bathroom and kitchen air vents and fans. Find smaller leaks with the candle test.