Summer time is right around the corner. It's literally just a few days
away. With that come extreme temperatures and the constant running for
your air conditioner. If your AC is not working properly then it will
not cool your home appropriately. This ends up costing you money because
your AC will run constantly trying to cool your home. This means your
electric bill is going to be higher.
A sign that your AC may need to be serviced is to hold your hand over the vent to see if the air is coming out cool enough. If your home is not being cooled down the way it should then this may be a sign that it's time to get your AC serviced. It could be something as simple as your AC needs more coolant added or it could be something worse.
Listen for any strange noises coming from your AC when it is turned on and off. If these noises are constant then it is best to turn off your cooling system and call a repairman right away. In addition keep an eye out for any circuits pertaining to your AC that may be shorting out. You also want to be aware of any water leaks coming from the AC system.
If you detect problems and don't take care of them right away then you could end up doing more harm to your AC unit. Repairs need to be taken care of right away. This can save you money in the long run by fixing problems before they escalate into something major.