3 Signs of a Bad Air Handler in Cockeysville, MD

When you hear the words “air handler,” it’s easy to think of the big commercial air conditioners on the roofs of large businesses. However, the term “air handler” can also refer to the interior workings of your residential HVAC system. Here are three things that could show that yours is failing or nearing the end of its lifespan:

Air Handler Is Freezing

When your air handler freezes, it could signify one of many issues, such as low refrigerant or leaks in the system. This often happens because of a reduction in airflow over the coils, which makes it so that they cannot process enough heat. Fortunately, our well-trained service technicians are experts in repairing air handlers.

Other common reasons that an HVAC system could freeze include a dirty air filter. In the case of a heat pump, you may have a fouled external coil assembly.

Cracks in the Housing

When an air handler is near its end, cracks might begin to form allowing air to escape, thus reducing airflow. These cracks could be too small to see with the naked eye, but one of our skilled service technicians could test to find such cracks and recommend the best course of action regarding repair or replacement.

Higher Energy Bills

Your air handler could be operating in a way that seems to be fine, but there could be unseen problems that result in a drastic increase in your energy consumption and resulting costs. Such increases could be 20% or even more than your normal usage and cost. If you’ve received higher than normal energy bills, let us examine your HVAC system and find the underlying problem.

We’re experts in diagnosing and repairing residential air handlers. With ample experience in fixing and installing residential HVAC systems, we’ve earned an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. When you need air handler maintenance, contact us at Hughes Mechanical LLC.

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