Refrigerant is a chemical designed to produce fluctuations in temperature under different pressure conditions. It moves from gas to liquid and back to gas as it circulates throughout the coils and compressor, and its an essential part of your AC’s cooling process. While there are have been many advances in refrigerant technology over the years, one important aspect of the refrigerant cycle remains the same. During the installation of your air conditioning system, your refrigerant needs to be “charged” properly. This means that there is sufficient refrigerant within the closed circuit to give you the cooling you need. Low refrigerant charge can lead to significant problems, and is the subject of today’s post. At Pompeii’s Plumbing & Heating, we strive to ensure that your home is always comfortable. Give us a call today to find out more about how we can improve your air conditioning system in Cleveland.
Let’s look at some of the negative effects of low refrigerant:
- Energy inefficiency: Simply put, you cannot expect your AC to operate efficiently if you have low refrigerant. Your refrigerant absorbs and dissipates thermal energy in order to bring cool air into your home. In order to make the most of your electrical energy, however, it needs to be at the correct level. If not, this can lead to high energy costs over time.
- Poor performance: You need your AC to perform during the summer. It’s no wonder that your AC system becomes one of the major portions of your home budget. For that reason, you need to make sure that your AC performs well at all times. Low refrigerant can cause problems like uneven or inadequate cooling, which can waste energy and keep your home from being comfortable.
- System damage: Low refrigerant can cause a host of issues with the various system components. For example, low levels of refrigerant can cause your compressor to overheat because it is trying to pick up the slack. Moreover, it can lead to humidity issues that can cause your indoor coils to freeze.
Don’t hesitate to give the experts at Pompeii’s Plumbing & Heating a call for air conditioning repair in Cleveland.
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