One of the most common causes of air conditioning problems is lack of Freon, which can make the system overwork to produce the same amount of cooling. Most of the time the lack of Freon is caused by a leak somewhere in your system and has to be fixed in order for the unit to retain the amount of Freon that it needs. In some cases you will be able to find the leak yourself, but if this seems to difficult for you it may be necessary to call in a professional to assist you with this process. The following are a few tips on finding the leak in your own air conditioning unit.
Check the Severity of the Leak
The first step in trying to find the leak in you a/c system is turning it on full blast for about 10 to 15 minutes, which allows the system to begin cycling the Freon in the system. You should stick your hand up to your vents and assess how cool the air is coming out of them. If the air is fairly cool, then you still have a little Freon left in the system, which means the leak is not that severe. If the air coming from the vents is lukewarm or hot, then your system is out of Freon, which means that the leak is pretty significant.
Soap and a Sponge
The next step in proper Freon Leak detection in Lakeville is mixing up a bucket of soapy water and finding a sponge to apply the suds to the compressor of your a/c unit. In most cases, the culprit of your Freon leak will be the compressor of your because of the many moving parts and seals that compose this component. You need to apply the soapy mixture directly to the compressor and then watch for any bubbles that form. Any bubbles that form are an indication that there is a pinhole in the compressor and this is probably where the leak is coming from.
If you are unable to find the leak in your unit, then you need to contact the professionals at Apple Valley Eagan Appliance Heating and Air LLC. They have the experience and knowledge necessary to find the leaks in your unit in a timely manner.
