Working in stuffy, humid conditions or dry conditions will make employees uncomfortable. They may not be able to focus on their work and do their tasks efficiently if they feel discomfort due to the temperature. Your air conditioner must be working correctly to ensure everyone’s comfort in the office. Being aware of the common problems in commercial air conditioning is one way to do this. If you know these issues, you can act quicker and get the help of professional companies such as Brighton air conditioning service before the problem turns worse.
Here are some of the common issues that you may encounter with your AC system.
Clogged drains
Moisture from cooled air goes to the drain line, which then travels to the pan and ends in the drain. However, if these components get full or become clogged, it would cause water to surge up to the system and break it. It may also cause water leaks that can damage various parts of the office like the ceiling and walls. Your furniture, appliances and other office equipment may also be affected by the leak.
Malfunctioning thermostat
The thermostat may be set or calibrated incorrectly; It may also be broken, which would cause it to malfunction. The thermostat may not detect the actual temperature, making it hard to achieve the right balance. It will also result in higher energy consumption, which will increase your electric bill.
Leaky ducts
Ducts run through the ceilings and walls of your office, where cooled air travel from the AC unit to the rooms or spaces. Damage or holes on these ducts would cause waste of cooled air, which in turn also adds up to increased power consumption. There are various causes for these damages like improper ductwork and rodent attack. The leaks are signs that your ducts have problems.
Faulty fan
An AC unit has two fans. One that brings cold air into the office and one that absorbs heat from indoors and ejects it outside. You will have issues with the airflow in your building if these fans stop working. If it is not resolved right away, it could end in compressor failure, which may require AC unit replacement. Some of the causes of faulty fans are worn belts, misaligned parts and faulty motor as a few examples.
Low refrigerant
Air conditioners use refrigerant to eliminate humidity and heat in the air. Leaks on the refrigerant lines will make it difficult for your AC to cool the air. A refrigerant replacement will not be enough in this case. You must fix the leak too because the issue will continue if you don’t resolve this.
Dirty condenser coils and filters
The condenser coil is part of the AC system, which is responsible for ejecting heat from indoors to the outside of the office. It will not effectively work if there is too much dirt. Dirty filters can restrict the proper flow of air. The system will need to work hard to deliver the cool air in the office, and it may cause overheating.
Regular maintenance can prevent these problems from happening. Also, make sure that you get immediate service on the first sign of AC issues.
