LV HVAC Pros of Allentown discusses the importance of having your AC unit inspected and recharged with freon so it runs smoothly and efficiently when you need it most.
Nothing beats lounging in a cool, air-conditioned room on a sweltering summer afternoon - until you discover that your AC has run out of refrigerant gas. Before you rush to have the gas recharged, remember to have your system checked for leaks - even the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection warns that freon leaks are the most common cause of AC system failure.
Recent heatwaves across Pennsylvania have increased the demand for air conditioning and sparked conversations about how we can get more out of our AC units. LV HVAC Pros explains that a freon leak inspection before you recharge can save you thousands of dollars in avoidable repair costs.
What Is Freon Gas?
Freon is a colorless, odorless, non-flammable gas with a high boiling point, allowing it to absorb heat without becoming a liquid. Your home AC system circulates freon gas through a closed system of tubes. When the lines or their seals leak, the loss of freon lowers the AC's capacity to cool down a room. When you see that your AC isn't cooling as well as it should, your first instinct may be to ask for a gas recharge - a relatively inexpensive service.
Why Inspect For Freon Leaks?
While freon is a relatively inexpensive gas, a leak will mean you need to get your AC recharged frequently, and the costs add up. If you're in Allentown or anywhere in the Lehigh Valley, a company like LV HVAC Pros will inspect your system and fix any leaks before recharging your system. Leak repair can range from the use of leak sealant to the replacement of parts or consumables.
Do Freon Leak Inspections Cost A Lot?
A leak inspection is one of the most inexpensive ways to save money on your home AC - you're avoiding hundreds or thousands of dollars in costs. A professional HVAC contractor may bundle a freon leak detection service with routine maintenance or recharge services. Even if they don't, repairing even small leaks before replacing freon gas is cheaper.
Other Ways To Save Energy (and Money!)
Installing an energy-efficient AC unit saves money and allows you to do your part for the environment. Still, you should be aware of other ways to maximize that efficiency when the weather outside is unusually extreme.
LV HVAC Pros explains that one such way is to close the vents and doors of unoccupied rooms. When a room is disconnected from the rest of the building, the cooling unit does not have to work as hard to cool the area. The company also notes that contrary to popular belief that AC systems require more freon over time, this indicates a possible or imminent system failure and may need to be inspected immediately.
The Allentown AC repair team inspects home ACs for refrigerant gas leaks and will recharge your system after all leaks are fixed. In addition to HVAC installation services, the company also conducts same-day inspections and maintenance for all makes and models of HVAC systems and ducting.
If you suspect an AC leak, schedule a same-day inspection or maintenance of your HVAC system by visiting https://lvhvacpros.com today!
