Residential AC Service in Baton Rouge: What to Expect from a Technician’s Visit

Thinking of even just a single summer day in Louisiana without air conditioning is a stressful thought. The hot and humid heat waves that linger over the Gulf Coast put temperatures into the upper 90’s on a daily basis. While our parents and grandparents tell us about their means of combating this before a/c, it is something we have trouble fathoming and for that reason, keeping our air conditioning units functional and operational is essential.

The biggest problem that many people face when it comes to unit malfunction is that there seems to be little to no warning. By the time an issue is noticed, it is too late, and you are left without a functioning A/C unit. While a DIY approach to repairs can be made on smaller issues, time is of the essence, and many folks simply cannot wait to have their air conditioner up and running once again. Calling a technician is the best option for having a speedy diagnosis and repair.

Your Visit with an HVAC Technician

Once you make the call, the technician will often give you a time frame for their arrival. It’s important that someone familiar with the house or unit is there when the technician comes to your home. This way, someone can explain the behavior of the unit and show the technician to their breakers, units, and any other information that the tech might need.

Many technicians carry a device that is capable of performing onboard diagnostics tests for an air conditioning unit. In newer HVAC equipment, onboard computer chips run and contain information about the unit’s performance. If your air conditioner is compatible with this kind of testing, diagnosis takes just moments.

At the same time, older units may require a more hands-on approach. The technician will manually search for a problem by examining electrical components, hoses, vents, filters, and all other pieces and parts based on the unit and its reported behavior.

After Your HVAC Technician Provides You with a Diagnosis

No matter what approach is taken to diagnose your unit’s reason for malfunction, the next step will be repair. Your technician will share the information found in their diagnosis and explain your repair options.In many cases, it’s as simple as a small electrical component like a fuse, breaker, or relay that has shorted and the repair can be performed in minutes, problem solved.

Leaky hoses, clogs, freezes, and problems of that nature can be a little more complex but can still be resolved quickly. While your technician should be equipped with universal replacement parts and tools for installation, unit-specific parts may need to be ordered for your unit which can cause a delay.

In some cases, your unit may have issues that are not worth the repair and call for a replacement of the entire unit. This can happen if you have an old unit or problems in which parts and labor exceed the cost of anew unit. If this is the case, you will have to do some shopping and research before you can remedy the issue. Shop around for the best price and value of anew unit and have it installed by a technician.

At Glaze Heating and Air, we do our best to make the diagnosis speedy and accurate by using the most up to date diagnostics testing.Our professionally trained technicians can resolve most problems quickly and provide lasting repairs with great customer service. If your unit needs to be replaced entirely, our inventory of Rheem air conditioning units are a great option, with a unit to fit your budget and needs.