Keeping your air conditioner in optimal condition during the summer months is imperative to ensuring the comfort of your Fayetteville, North Carolina home. Unfortunately, problems can and do happen, prompting a need for repairs. While it may be tempting to try a few simple or quick fixes yourself, an air conditioning repair is best left to the professionals. Below are three reasons why DIY repairs can end up being more costly in the end.
It Could Negate Your Warranty
Depending on the age of your air conditioning system it still may be under warranty. You may have an early warranty which should cover most repairs, or if your system is older, you may have warranty coverage only on a few parts. If you perform any DIY repairs while your system is still under warranty, it is likely to negate the entire warranty. If this occurs you could face major air conditioning repair bills on faulty equipment.
Refrigerant Requires Special Handling
Depending on the air conditioning repair needed, it may be necessary to add or decrease the level of refrigerant in your unit. Unfortunately, refrigerant can be very dangerous to handle if not done properly and also requires special disposal. Even if you have the proper safety equipment to handle and store it, you will often have to pay an extra cost for proper disposal.
Electrical Work Can be Dangerous and Difficult
All electrical work can be considered dangerous at some level, but most air conditioning units operate off of a 220 or 240-volt current which can be deadly if an accident occurs. Also, electrical work that is not properly done can run the risk of fire which can compromise the safety of your entire home. It’s best to let trained professionals handle this type of work.
If your AC unit is in need of repairs, don’t risk turning a small problem into a large one. Contact the HVAC specialists at Cape Fear Air, Electric, & Plumbing at 910-216-9394 today to address any of your AC repair needs.
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