Heating & Cooling In Fountain Inn, SC

The cost of repairing a damaged air conditioner varies based on the nature of the issue and the type of air conditioner being repaired. The average cost of AC repairs is $300. However, air conditioning repair services can cost as little as $53 and as much as $1,500.

If you’re facing a particularly costly repair bill, we suggest using the 5000 Rule to determine whether it’s more cost-effective to replace the air conditioner instead. Multiply the cost of the repair by the age of the system, and if the total is greater than $5000, you should replace instead of repair the unit.

A blocked outdoor condenser unit is the most common reason your air conditioning system isn't cooling. The condenser fan pulls air into the outside unit through the condenser coil to extract heat energy from your house. Dirt, grass and other flying debris can clog the coil by accumulating between the fins.

A blocked coil can result in lower energy efficiency, poor output of cool air or, in the worst-case scenario, a full system shutdown or compressor failure due to overuse. The best way to ensure your condenser doesn’t become clogged is to keep up with your regular AC maintenance visits, which include a cleaning of the condenser.

Regular HVAC maintenance is believed to minimize the chance of expensive repair bills by up to 95%. You wouldn't drive your car for 30,000 miles without changing the oil because that would cause a breakdown. The same goes for your HVAC system; regular tune-ups ensure it runs well and doesn’t break down.

In addition, most HVAC manufacturers need documentation of yearly maintenance to keep your system warranty valid. Because some of the parts that make your HVAC system operate are expensive, investing in regular maintenance to keep them covered under warranty may save you a lot of money if the system does suffer a breakdown.