How do professionals clean AC coils?

• <div><p>Here’s how AC professionals will clean your AC coils:</p><ol><li><p>Unplug the AC unit or turn off the breaker to the unit in your circuit breaker box.</p></li><li><p>Remove the faceplate.</p></li><li><p>Spray a vacuum hose attachment or compressed air can to remove debris, dust, dirt, and grime.</p></li><li><p>Use a soft-bristled fin comb to remove stubborn caked-on debris.</p></li><li><p>Use the vacuum hose to suck up any extra debris.</p></li><li><p>Take a coil-safe cleaning solution and spray it onto the coils. Try to choose a no-rinse solution.</p></li><li><p>Let the solution sit for at least 15 minutes.</p></li><li><p>Gently wipe away loosened grime and debris with a microfiber cloth.</p></li><li><p>Reattach the faceplate, plug in your AC system, or turn the breaker back on.</p></li></ol><p></p></div>

Can I put furniture in front of a return air vent?

• <div><p>If possible, avoid placing furniture in front of a return air vent. A blocked air vent can cause your HVAC system to use more energy, which in turn can lower the life span of your unit and raise your energy bill. Furniture can also trap hot or cold air, damaging your furniture or appliances. </p><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/duct-installers/">Professional duct installers </a>suggest leaving between <b>six and 12 inches</b> of space in front of an air return vent. If you must place furniture in front of a return air vent, try to aim for putting furniture over a floor vent instead of in front of a wall vent, and avoid draping curtains over any vent system. </p></div>

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Q: How do professionals clean AC coils?

• <div><p>Here&rsquo;s how AC professionals will clean your AC coils:</p><ol><li><p>Unplug the AC unit or turn off the breaker to the unit in your circuit breaker box.</p></li><li><p>Remove the faceplate.</p></li><li><p>Spray a vacuum hose attachment or compressed air can to remove debris, dust, dirt, and grime.</p></li><li><p>Use a soft-bristled fin comb to remove stubborn caked-on debris.</p></li><li><p>Use the vacuum hose to suck up any extra debris.</p></li><li><p>Take a coil-safe cleaning solution and spray it onto the coils. Try to choose a no-rinse solution.</p></li><li><p>Let the solution sit for at least 15 minutes.</p></li><li><p>Gently wipe away loosened grime and debris with a microfiber cloth.</p></li><li><p>Reattach the faceplate, plug in your AC system, or turn the breaker back on.</p></li></ol><p></p></div>

Q: How do I know if my AC fan motor is bad?

• <div><p>There are many signs of a bad AC fan motor, including if the fan blades don&rsquo;t spin when the AC kicks on or if they keep spinning when the AC is off. The AC fan cools down the condenser coil, so a faulty motor can also cause the system to overheat. Unusual noises in the exterior AC unit, including grinding or rattling sounds, may also be a sign that the AC fan motor is worn out.</p></div>

Q: How do I reset my air conditioner?

• <div><p>To reset your air conditioner, start by turning it off at the thermostat. Then, shut off power to the AC system at the circuit breaker. Next, find the &ldquo;reset&rdquo; button on your AC unit and hold it for three to five seconds. The unit should beep several times. If your air conditioner doesn&rsquo;t have a reset button, leave the circuit breaker off for 30 minutes. Afterward, turn the power back on at the breaker and program the thermostat to &ldquo;cool&rdquo; to test the system.</p></div>

Q: Does a higher BTU use more electricity?

• <div><p>Choosing a unit with higher BTUs can use more electricity if the BTUs are more than what&rsquo;s necessary for your room size. However, choosing an AC with BTUs that match the size of your room or house, your unit will cool your space efficiently. On the flip side, choosing a system with not enough BTUs can cause the system to work harder to try to cool the space, leading to more electricity consumption and higher energy bills.</p></div>

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Last update on November 13, 2025

Reviewed in July 2024
Chris came out on a holiday to get our AC working again. He worked quickly. He gave explanation of problem and how to help prevent this issue in the future.
Chris Weick Heating & Air Conditioning LLC
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Reviewed in August 2023
Majano Heating and AC came out on schedule. They found that the AC breaker had tripped, and guessed that this was caused by the compressor going bad. I felt stupid for not checking the breaker myself. They charged me $60 for a call-out fee, which I suppose is about average. They also quoted a...
Marcotte's Air, Heat & Refrigeration, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2023
Jeremy came out to inspect our ductwork and A/C because we were having allergy issues that we thought could be a result of our system being unclean. Needless to say, after 25 years, our ducts looked horrendous when he showed us. After cleaning and sanitizing our entire system our issues were...
Allied Air Care LLC
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Reviewed in March 2023
In the 14 years that I have been a home owner, this was the best service I have ever received. Britton was AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you One Hour air conditioning!!!!!
River City's One Hour Air Conditioning & Heating
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Reviewed in November 2022
Mark and Charlie did a great job cleaning and sanitizing my heating and AC ductwork. The price was very good and they cleaned up after the job was completed. My wife and I are very happy to recommend this company. Bill D.
Patriot Environmental
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Reviewed in August 2020
Randy was great. He arrived on time, which is appreciated. He explained what the issue was took care of it. I thought his cost was very reasonable. I will definitely contact him again if I need any further AC/Heating work.
ECO AIR QUALITY SERVICES
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Reviewed in May 2017
Craig with CSC AC and Heating are always there when I need them and the most affordable I've found. They serviced several of my units. CSC answers my call every time, schedules a repair time that works around my schedule, arrives on time and because they are so knowledgeable has the problem...
A/C Worx Louisiana, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2016
I purchased the home an noticed the Ac wasn't working the seller tried contacting Jessie he as yet to respond.. It cost me $4000 to repair this mess... I had water leaking inside my home I had to put buckets down... I had to move my family because the temperature inside the home reached 100...
Bri Ac
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Reviewed in April 2016
Mike was very professional and got the job done very quickly. He quickly figured out why my condenser was not working, he then serviced my A/C unit at my request and adding freon. He really did a good job. I would recommend him to anyone.
Mike's A/C llc
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Reviewed in March 2014
Everything went great. Went above and beyond expectations. I would highly recommend for all A/C and heating needs. Very knowledgeable, professional, and honest. It's good to know that there are still honest small town companies out there that haven't been run out by those big box companies that...
DoneRite HVAC Services
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