Causes of Low Air Flow

If you notice that your house is not getting as cool as it should when you have the air conditioner running, check on the vents and feel the air coming from them. If the flow feels lower than normal, you may have an air conditioning system malfunction or a problem with the ventilation system. (First go check on the thermostat, however. It may be set wrong.)

We’ll look over the more common reasons for a reduction in airflow from your AC. Most of these issues require the work of professionals to resolve. For the quality air conditioning repair in Atlanta, GA that will return the free flow of cooled air from your vents, contact our team at Comfort Zone Heating & Air today. Our 24-hour emergency service will make sure you won’t spend too long with poor cooling.

Reasons for low air flow

• Leaks in the ductwork: If you have a standard central air conditioner that uses ductwork (as opposed to a ductless mini split), any break or gap along the ducts will cause the air pressure to drop as the air escapes. It doesn’t take a large opening to create this problem, since the ducts are designed to have an airtight seal. No matter the size of the break, it’s a problem for duct repair specialists to tackle. They can locate all the leaks and seal them with mastic sealant or metallic tape.
• A clogged air filter: The air filter protects the interior of the air conditioner from dust and other debris drawn in through the return vents. But over time, the filter will become congested and restrict the airflow into the unit, and consequently the airflow out of it. To avoid this problem, change the air filter once a month during the summer season, or whenever you regularly run the AC. If the filter clog becomes excessive, you may need to have a repair technician look over the system to make sure it hasn’t sustained damage.
• Blower malfunctions: The blower fan is responsible for drawing air through the return vents and sending it through the evaporator coil and into the ventilation system. The blower can suffer from a malfunctioning motor, broken fan belt, or electrical power issues, which will decrease the airflow. As with all mechanical problems, this needs work from a trained technician to fix.

Don’t brush off problems with airflow: these faults won’t magically get better, and the root cause may be creating additional malfunctions in the system. Give us a call today for air conditioning repair in Atlanta, GA as soon as you notice an airflow reduction. Comfort Zone Heating & Air can take care of all your AC needs with our fast and efficient service.