When summer temperatures hit their peak and your AC suddenly breaks down, it’s more than just a little stressful. The people in your home or business depend on your cooling system to keep them comfortable. For the elderly, small children, and others with certain medical conditions, a malfunctioning air conditioning system can also mean a health hazard.
At Blue Frost Heating & Cooling, our expert AC technicians have extensive experience, are built on comprehensive training, and are skilled with the latest tools to handle your AC emergency. Since emergencies don’t follow a convenient schedule, we offer 24/7 air conditioning repair throughout the West Chicago area.
Your comfort and safety are our business.
Contact us today for emergency AC repair from Blue Frost in the West Chicago area.
Signs You Have an AC Emergency
What’s an air conditioning emergency? It’s whenever your home is uncomfortable or too hot due to an AC problem. The problem can become even more costly and even dangerous if ignored for too long. Getting a skilled, professional service provider to handle the repairs is essential.
Some signs that indicate what you’re dealing with is an AC emergency include:
- Strange noises: If your unit is making screeching, grinding, or other loud unusual noises, there’s a problem. There may be parts loose, an obstruction, or something else, and serious issues may exist and can worsen if not addressed.
- Warm air from vents: Obstructions in your ductwork or the AC unit can prevent cooled air from being distributed.
- Ice buildup: AC systems have an evaporator coil that, when malfunctioning, can freeze and accumulate ice buildup.
- Electrical problems: Tripping circuit breakers when your AC system activates is a sure sign of an electrical issue needing immediate attention.
- Unusual foul odors: Burning odors can indicate an electrical issue, which is an immediate fire hazard. A sickly sweet chemical odor can be a coolant leak, which poses a health risk.
Emergency Air Conditioning Repairs
At Blue Frost, you can request emergency AC repairs 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Our technicians will arrive promptly, fully prepared to handle your AC problem. They’ll quickly inspect the AC unit to diagnose the problem, discuss your repair options, and perform the repair promptly and efficiently. Before they leave, they’ll test the system to ensure the repair is performing at its peak.
We offer warranties on specific parts and labor for emergency repairs depending on the service performed. Ask your technician for detailed information about the warranties that may be applicable to your repair.
How To Prevent An HVAC Emergency
While HVAC system failures can seem to happen suddenly, they can often be attributed to issues that may have gone unnoticed for a while. You can prevent HVAC emergencies by staying on top of these maintenance tasks:
- Schedule regular tune-ups: A yearly professional maintenance visit from your HVAC technician in the early spring is the best way to take care of any small issues before they affect your system performance.
- Change your filter: Clogged, dirty filters make your HVAC system work harder, which can lead to system failure. Change (or for reusable filters, clean) your filters at least every 90 days, as often as every 30 days if you have pets or struggle with allergies.
- Monitor your utility bill: Sudden, unexplained changes in your utility bills could indicate a serious issue with your HVAC system.
- Inspect your system regularly: Monitor your inside and outside units and vents and clear any furniture, objects, or debris that may be blocking air flow. Look for signs of issues like visual damage, ice buildup, and any usual sounds or smells.
Why Choose Blue Frost for Emergency AC Repair?
At Blue Frost Heating & Cooling, we’ve been building relationships based on integrity and trust throughout the West Chicago area since 1973. We’re a family-owned and -operated HVAC service provider that provides value-based, superior workmanship and exceptional customer service. We’ll make sure your emergency is brief and has quality results that last.
Contact us today to get more information about emergency AC repair from Blue Frost in the West Chicago area.
