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Winter Air Conditioning: 6 Most Common Fixable Issues

Get familiar with these common air conditioning issues during the winter.

By Geminair SolutionsPublished 4 years ago 2 min read
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As the temperature continues to decrease in Australia, more households are trying to keep their homes as warm as it could get. Heaters are as important as ever. And that's why a sudden air conditioning breakdown could turn out to be a huge burden. The good news is, it can be avoided if you practise regular unit maintenance and inspection.

The heavy snow and decreasing temperature would make your unit work harder than usual and it will definitely be more prone to small fixes and malfunctions. However, if you become familiar with the telltale signs and can catch little problems before they can cause major repairs, then you won't have to be worried.

Air conditioning issues during the winter

There are several things that you can easily do to prevent your unit from having problems. Quick fix options are always on the table but it is better that you still come prepared. Even before the winter comes, your indoor or outdoor unit should be free from any obstructions. It should not also be blocking vents or other discharge points so it can work properly.

Further in this article, you will learn to identify the most common air conditioning Sydney issues during winter and learn of the best ways to prevent this from happening.

Frozen coil and pipes

As the temperature decreases and ice accumulates, your air conditioning pipes and coils can freeze. This would cause your unit to cease from functioning properly. In the worst-case scenario, frozen pipes can even burst due to pressure buildup.

Uneven heat distribution

Sometimes, uneven air distribution could just be small uncovered cracks and holes between doors and window sills. But if you already checked and covered every single one, it could be blockages or debris in vents and ducts.

Broken air conditioning heat pump

During winter, air conditioning heat pumps may fail to defrost. Its coils and fan must be clear of frost. It could also be that its fans are broken and the coils are blocked. Manually clearing away the frost buildup is the best solution.

Dirty heater filters

If your unit is not regularly cleaned, your heater filter can be clogged with dust, dirt and other debris. This could gradually lead to decreased airflow and later on, can be what causes the unit to completely break down.

Malfunctioning thermostat

A thermostat controls the air temperature and promotes energy efficiency. It has sensors that can decide when your air conditioner will turn on and off. Some homes have more than one thermostat and each of them controls a different zone. In some cases, it malfunctions due to faulty wirings or it needs to be replaced.

Carbon monoxide leaks

These leaks mostly occur as a result of cracked or rusted heaters and could be highly dangerous to your family. In worst-case scenarios, it can even cause severe headaches, nausea, death, and other serious health problems. So to avoid these things from happening, make sure to have your air conditioning unit checked for any defects.

To-do preparations before winter

There is no better plan to avoid these unforeseen circumstances but to make sure that your air conditioning unit is well-prepared before the winter comes. And that's exactly why regular maintenance is very important.

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