Wall Heating & Air Conditioning Blog: Archive for the ‘Air Conditioning Repair’ Category

Common AC Problems in Summer Heat & Humidity in Georgia

Monday, July 7th, 2025

Georgia summers are no joke: high heat and thick humidity put your air conditioner through a serious workout. When your AC is running nonstop just to keep your home bearable, it’s not uncommon for issues to pop up.

Understanding the most common AC problems and knowing a few basic troubleshooting steps can help you stay cool and prevent small hiccups from becoming major headaches. And if you do need to call for AC repair in Loganville, GA, after doing these checks, you’ll know it’s really necessary.

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Why Is My AC Turning On and Off So Often?

Monday, July 22nd, 2024
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Air conditioners often indicate that they’re struggling by the sounds that they make. During normal operation, an air conditioner’s compressor will kick on with a hum, and the fan will whir. If you’re hearing bangs, clattering, whistling, buzzing, grinding, or other surprising sounds, you’ll know right away that you need AC repair. 

But there’s something else you should be listening for. It’s not just weird sounds that can mean there’s a problem. It’s when the routine sounds are happening too frequently. If you hear your air conditioner coming on and turning off again every few minutes, something is wrong. Why are these short AC cycles happening? We’ll tell you.

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Strange AC Problems to Watch out For

Monday, July 8th, 2024
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At Wall Heating & Air, we see AC problems every day all summer long. Some of them are extremely common and come up all the time. These are probably things you’ve heard of or can imagine: the motor that powers the blower fan overheats, or a storm-blown tree limb damages a coil and refrigerant leaks out. One way to prevent both common and unusual issues is to schedule routine AC maintenance.

But some AC problems are more unusual. It might never have occurred to you that these things could happen! Thanks to our long experience and extensive training, though, we’re ready for even the strangest AC problems. Here are some odd ones to be aware of.

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Try This Handy AC Troubleshooting Checklist

Monday, June 24th, 2024
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Oh, no! Your air conditioner stopped working! You must be in serious need of AC repair. Or are you? Could it be that you’ve got a problem you can resolve yourself, without any training or expertise?

True AC problems must be repaired by someone qualified, for many reasons, including safety and making sure you don’t void your warranty. But sometimes, it only seems like there’s an AC problem. How can you tell the difference? Before you call for air conditioner repair, go through this handy AC troubleshooting checklist. Your problem could be resolved in mere minutes.

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7 Sounds Your Air Conditioner Should NOT Make

Monday, June 10th, 2024
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We often use sight-related phrases in English. “See you later!” “Watch out!” But not everything is actually visual. If we say, “Here are some air conditioner problems to watch for,” or “Look out for these signs that your AC needs repair,” we wouldn’t be pointing you in the right direction. In fact, the first sign of an air conditioner problem is usually a noise. Here are some AC noises you shouldn’t ignore you don’t want to hear your AC making. These noises can come from different units within the HVAC system, such as the outdoor or indoor units. It’s important to maintain proper air flow around the outdoor AC unit by clearing debris and ensuring nothing blocks air circulation, as this helps prevent issues and keeps your system running efficiently. For example, a rattling or buzzing sound may indicate an issue with the fan motor or blower motor, both of which should be inspected for proper operation. Here are some sounds you don’t want to hear your AC making.

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Summer Is Done—Is Your AC Done as Well?

Monday, October 2nd, 2023
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Ahhh, the relief of the cooling autumn air. It’s even more of a relief if your air conditioner didn’t cope with this summer’s heat quite as well as it used to. Autumn is the perfect time to evaluate how well your AC performed and consider what you need to do to ensure that you’ll have a cool and comfortable home next summer.

Should you try to keep your air conditioner running for another year? Or is it time to get a new one? We’ve got some tips to help you make that decision.

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Late Summer Problems You May Have With Your AC

Monday, August 21st, 2023
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It’s been a long, hot summer since your air conditioning in Alpharetta, GA got a break! Even if you got maintenance before the start of the season, there’s been a lot of wear and tear going on for the last few months. There are certain issues your air conditioner is more likely to encounter in late summer. Here’s what to keep an eye out for.

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What Does a Frozen Evaporator Coil Mean?

Monday, June 26th, 2023
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Air conditioners are meant to make your home colder. But are they supposed to produce ice? Absolutely not! Ice on your air conditioner is not a good sign. When ice builds up on the evaporator coil of an air conditioner, you have two problems: the issue that caused the ice, and the issues the ice will cause. We’ll explain both, and we’ll tell you exactly what to do about it.

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These AC Noises Mean Trouble

Monday, May 15th, 2023
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What in the world is that noise? Is that your air conditioner? You know it shouldn’t be making that sound, right? Well, never fear. We’re here to help. Your air conditioner doesn’t have many options for letting you know that something is wrong, but it certainly can make noise. If you’re hearing something funny or unexpected from your AC unit, check this handy list to find out why it might be doing that. 

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Why a Refrigerant Leak Means You Need Repairs

Monday, April 17th, 2023
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While there are many critical components in an air conditioner, it is the refrigerant itself which does the job of absorbing heat from inside your home and carrying it outside to be released. Your AC unit was manufactured with all the refrigerant it should need for its entire lifetime. It doesn’t need to be refilled … unless you have a refrigerant leak. 

How do refrigerant leaks happen? How can you tell if your AC’s refrigerant is leaking? And what needs to be done about it? Here’s all the information you need.

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