A good digital multimeter (DMM) is key to diagnosing compressor problems in general. For instance, in a previous article (May 15 issue of The NEWS) we discussed using the DMM to read suction and ...

Plants are crowding the compressor. The outdoor compressor for central ... You forgot to schedule an annual checkup. An inspection by an HVAC technician can catch any serious problems before they get ...

The typical range for AC compressor cost is $800 to $2,800, with a national average of $1,200. Some of the biggest cost factors for AC compressor replacement are home size, compressor size and speed, ...

Steve Miles is the general manager of Jerry Kelly Heating and Air Conditioning in St. Louis. He has seen his share of misdiagnosed unitary air conditioners and heat pumps — the company offers free ...

Q: Is it possible for an air-conditioning compressor to go bad so quickly? Our daughter bought a 2007 Nissan Altima with 72,000 miles last August from a dealership, and now the AC doesn't work. She ...

When the mercury rises outside, nailing down why your AC is not cooling becomes a top priority. There are eight common reasons why this happens, including dirty filters, and some of which you can fix ...

When your air conditioner suddenly stops working, it can be cause for alarm or it can be something as simple as a blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker. While many problems with your air conditioner ...

Like any appliance, air conditioners need a little TLC to deliver optimal performance. And it’s the ACs that haven’t been kept in top-notch condition that tend to struggle most. You don’t need to lose ...