If you’re not getting sufficient heating or cooling throughout the house, it could be that your air handler is failing. Call Grand Canyon Home Services in Maricopa County when you need trusted air handler repair. Grand Canyon Home Services is a locally owned and operated HVAC contractor serving residents throughout the West Valley for more than two decades.
Our reputation is one of a trustworthy service company that treats our customers like members of the family –– the Grand Canyon Family! Whether it’s HVAC repair, maintenance, or installation, you can always count on us for fast, courteous service and honest, upfront pricing.
Common Air Handler Issues
The air handler is the part of your heating and cooling system responsible for moving air throughout the house. So, if you’re not getting the right amount of airflow, it could be an issue with the air handler.
Here are the most common issues that can affect its performance.
Dirty Air Filters
Your AC filter keeps your home clean by preventing dirt and dust from entering the system. Change the filter at least once a month to keep your system running efficiently.
Clogged Evaporator Coils
The evaporator coils can clog without routine cleaning and maintenance, making them less effective. If your evaporator coils need cleaning, it’s recommended that you hire a pro because it’s easy to damage them if you don’t know what you’re doing.
Sluggish Fans
The air handler’s fan blows the air through the ductwork and into your home, so if your fan isn’t working at peak capacity, your air conditioner might have a difficult time providing the desired temperature.
Our Air Handler Services
Like any machine, your HVAC system will wear out eventually. And the truth is that your HVAC is made up of multiple components that work together to provide you with the heating and cooling you need to be comfortable year-round.
The air handler is one of the most crucial components of this system, and because of this, it’s essential to become familiar with the signs that something isn’t right and that you must call for repair or replacement.
Here are the most common signs that you’ll soon need air handler replacement.
Weak Airflow
The air handler draws air in and sends it through the ductwork in your house. If the flow coming out of the vents isn’t as strong as it used to be or varies throughout the day, it could mean the blower motor is failing.
This isn’t a problem you want to ignore because a struggling blower motor stresses the entire system and can lead to premature failure.
AC Freezing
Another telltale sign that something is wrong with the air handler is if the air conditioner freezes during hot weather.
AC freezing could be caused by a dirty air filter, dirty evaporator coils, or a refrigerant leak. This is why you must stay up to date with your maintenance schedule to fix these minor issues before they get out of hand.
Reduced Efficiency
It’s typical for your energy bills to go up the more you rely on your system for heating or cooling. However, if you notice a drastic spike in your energy bills and you’ve not changed your usage, it usually means your HVAC system is losing efficiency and using more energy to do its job.
Call a professional HVAC company and schedule annual system maintenance to prevent these unwanted spikes in your utility bills.
Call us for superior evaporator coil cleaning!
Whether you need AC repair, maintenance, or a total system replacement, you can count on Grand Canyon Home Services. To book an appointment, contact us at 623-444-6988 .
