Combo (heat+cool) Repair

Situations when your air conditioner and furnace needs a repair

1. Hot air is blowing

If you start to notice that hot air is blowing from your AC that may be a signal of a breakage. A refrigerant leak or a broken compressor may be the main reasons for it. Unfortunately, none of these two breakages can fix. The simplest and the cheapest way is to buy a new AC.

2. Moisture near your AC

Do you start to notice moisture or leaks around your air conditioner? It is a sign of a problem in your system. It may be a minor issue or a serious problem, e.g. a blocking of the drain tube. That is not critical, but it will be better to fix it to avoid creating an environment for mold growth. Important: liquid can indicate a refrigerant leak and it is more serious.3. Strange sounds

You have to remember that the normal air conditioner run very quietly. If you start to hear grinding, squealing, grating, or other loud sounds it is a sign that your AC is defective. PHD Heating & Cooling Experts will fix the system of your AC or replace the unit entirely.

4. Strange smells

If you start to feel a strong, pungent smell, the reason may be in the wire insulation in the system. Musty bad smells are the sign of mold. As you know, mold puts your family’s health at risk.

5. High humidity levels

Do you start to notice a sticky feeling to the air inside your house or water on windows? It is a sign that your AC isn’t working properly. The best decision, in that case, is to call to PHD Heating & Cooling Experts. They can troubleshoot the causes and fix the problem in record time. Problems can be detected in any of the major components of the system:

• Refrigerant
• Compressor
• Condenser
• Expansion valve
• Evaporator coil

Of course, they don't forget to check the "brain" of your AC - the thermostat, because it can also be an issue at times.

6. Gas Furnace Produces No Heat or Not Enough Heat

Come fall and winter, it is imperative that your furnace is working properly and producing enough heat to warm your home. If your furnace stops producing heat or is blowing cool air, there are a number of possible culprits, starting with your thermostat. PHD Heating & Cooling help you fix this problem before you freeze.

Call us today at (312) 409-33-26 or contact us online to schedule a visit with one of our specialist.

7. Gas Furnace Powers on and off Too Frequently

Cut down on energy costs and prevent damage to your furnace by addressing a gas furnace that's overactive or short cycling. Besides the need for consistently comfortable temperatures, this issue could cause long-term safety issues to your home, making it very important to address. From a faulty thermostat to a dirty filter, there are several possible causes to investigate.

8. Gas Furnace Blower Does Not Turn Off

Possible Causes:

• Thermostat set to fan continuously

• Faulty fan limit control switch on furnace

9. Gas Furnace Has Noisy Operation

Don't let a noisy furnace in your home drive you crazy. From a low-pitched humming to a high-pitched squealing to a loud banging, different sounds mean different problems. PHD Heating & Cooling help you fix the problem.

10. Furnace Pilot Is Out/Relighting a Standing Pilot

A pilot light can go out due to a strong draft, dirty orifice, or dirt in the gas tube. Luckily, relighting your pilot light is fairly simple. The thermocouple may also be faulty and shutting off the gas supply. If this is the case, the problem is a bit more involved and may require you to replace your thermocouple. PHD Heating & Cooling help you fix the problem.

11. Electronic Ignition Furnace Problems

Newer furnaces do not rely on a standing pilot to ignite the gas burners. Electronic ignition occurs typically in one of two ways: intermittent pilot or hot surface ignition.The intermittent pilot system uses an electronically controlled high voltage electrical spark to ignite the gas pilot and, subsequently, the main burners when the thermostat calls for heat.The hot surface ignition system uses an electronically controlled resistance heating element, not unlike a light bulb filament, to ignite the gas burner. PHD Heating & Cooling help you fix the problem.

12. Mismatching the Furnace and Thermostat

Furnaces and thermostats are not mix-and-match appliances. Using the wrong type of thermostat with a furnace will cause operating problems and can be dangerous. Although thermostats look similar, they are designed very differently. There are numerous types of heating systems and thermostat systems and they need to be coordinated for safe and proper operation. There are three types of thermostat systems used today: millivoltage, low voltage, and line voltage.​

Call us today at (312) 409-33-26 or contact us online to schedule a visit with one of our specialist.