Signs your home AC compressor can’t take the NYC heat

There are some ominous warnings that the compressor on your air-conditioning is struggling to cool your residence or office.

If you see these signs, promptly contact a licensed technician for help before the problem deteriorates. The compressor is the system’s most expensive component.

When a compressor is badly damaged it often makes more financial sense to buy a whole new AC system rather than install a new compressor. Better to catch the problem early in the process and deal with it when it can be fixed.

Danger signs:

• Without a fully functioning compressor to pump refrigerant the cool air will dwindle or disappear.

• Warm air will flow from the vents

• The system may run but deliver no cool air

• The unit will squeal, rattle or grind.

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