Your air conditioner could be short cycling if you notice your air conditioner is turning on and off quite frequently but the temperature in your home is not cool and comfortable. The event of short cycling makes the home uncomfortable. In addition to this inconvenience, the event actually puts a strain on your air conditioner and causes other problems. With this in mind, we at New York Air Conditioning, Heating & Plumbing would like to take the opportunity to address the short cycling issue your air conditioners can experience.
Why Does My AC Unit Keep Cycling On & Off?
The air conditioner short cycling can be caused by a number of sources. Below are the common issues usually associated with short cycling.
1) Clogged air filters. At least once a month, filters should be checked and maintained accordingly.
2) Loss of refrigerant from the system. Whether refrigerant is improperly charged or there is a leak, a professional is required. Only licensed HVAC technicians are allowed to handle refrigerant and can ensure any leaks are properly repaired.
3) Improper functioning of the thermostat. Make sure to shut off the thermostat. From inside the unit, remove any dust and debris. Flip the thermostat back on. Call a professional if this did not improve matters.
4) Wrong size air conditioner unit. Generally, if the unit is too big for your home, it will cause short cycling. A new properly sized air conditioning system is the only solution.
Why is Short Cycling Bad for Your Air Conditioner?
Your unit will turn on and off often when short cycling is occurring. In addition to being a waste of energy, short cycling causes excessive wear and tear on its mechanical parts. This will translate to costlier energy bills in addition to more frequent and heftier repair costs. The system never gets a break with excessive cycling. The compressor continually cycles on and off since the house is not getting cooler. As a result of this, the electrical bill will spike. You may have to replace it much sooner instead of getting the expected 15 to 20 years of use, which only reaches deeper in your pockets. Inspect the filter if in the event you suspect your air conditioner of short cycling since you are likely to find it clogged. Do not hesitate to call New York HVAC if you are unsure if there may be a mechanical problem with your air conditioner. Our team of professionals can diagnose the problem and offer affordable, effective solutions.
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The professionals of New York Air Conditioning, Heating & Plumbing have the formal training and daily accumulative experience that gives us the upper hand to handle unique and complex problems in addition to common and mundane issues that occur in your New York home. In addition to our experience, the experts use premium products and advanced equipment. New York Air Conditioning, Heating & Plumbing offers many air conditioning services including repairs,
replacements, installations and maintenance services. Call us and let our team help you with short cycling or any other air conditioning service you require.
