The brand on the cabinet matters far less than most people think. What decides whether a new AC delivers its rated efficiency for fifteen years is the installation, and a sloppy one gives away a big share of that efficiency on day one. Size it too large and it short-cycles, pulls out little moisture, and leaves your Augusta home cool but clammy. Size it too small and it runs nonstop without ever catching up on the hottest afternoons. Augusta HVAC avoids both by running a proper load calculation based on your square footage, insulation, window exposure, and ductwork, rather than simply copying whatever tonnage the previous contractor installed.
Most of our service calls are for AC Repair. That's the place to start if you need a fix today.
Warning Signs for AC Installation
The sooner you notice these red flags, the easier and cheaper the fix. Here are the most common indicators that it's time to call a professional:
- More frequent repairs, each one costing more than the last
- Equipment that depends on R-22, a refrigerant no longer produced
- A major repair, like a dead compressor or leaking evaporator, on aging equipment
- Summer energy bills that keep rising as comfort drops
- An air conditioner that is twelve to fifteen years old or older
- A cold, damp feeling indoors, which usually points to an oversized system
- The house cools unevenly, with hot rooms the system never conquers
- An AC that cannot keep up on the hottest days, no matter how long it runs
Act Before It Gets Worse
Most HVAC failures start small, a weak capacitor, a squealing blower, a system that runs a little longer each week. If you notice any of these signs, call (706) 203-3391 for a prompt inspection.
