JMS Air Conditioning and Heating Blog: Archive for July, 2022

3 Sounds Your Air Conditioner Should Be Making

Monday, July 18th, 2022

Not many things in this world work or operate silently. Even human beings, for as quiet as we can be, our stomachs, mouths, noses, and even hair make sounds as we move throughout our daily schedules. The trick to living a comfortable life is making sure your appliances aren’t disruptive in their noise pollution, so you can get quiet when you need it.

An air conditioner is one of those appliances that can make some loud and disconcerting noises. If your AC is making sounds that cause discomfort, we urge you to call our team for AC repair in Glendale, CA so that we can address the issue and get it fixed. Loud and uncomfortable noises are never a good sign and they always warrant the work of a pro.

Though, what kinds of noises are benign and common? That’s what this blog post is about today. Let’s discuss some noises that your AC should probably make when it runs.

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Three Quick Ways to Detect a Refrigerant Leak

Monday, July 4th, 2022

As the summer heat rages on, HVAC units in homes around the United States are getting used daily. If you want to keep the inside of your home at a comfortable temperature, then keeping your HVAC unit functional is imperative. Residential HVAC units need a few basic things to produce a steady flow of cool air. 

The refrigerant in your HVAC unit is responsible for absorbing the heat in the air that your system pulls in from outdoors. As this air runs through the evaporator and compressor, the refrigerant helps to cool it down. Refrigerant leaks are quite common, especially in older units. 

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