uneven temperatures in your home

When it is hot outside, many Americans rely on their home's air conditioners to keep the house cool and comfortable. Thus, when an air conditioner stops working properly or is blowing warm air, it is normal to be concerned. In some cases, air conditioning problems come down to electrical issues that need to be repaired. Some common signs of electrical problems with your air conditioning unit include:

Issues with the Breakers

An air conditioning unit uses a large amount of electricity when it is operating. The electrical system in most homes are designed with a dedicated breaker for the HVAC unit. When there is a problem with the breaker for the air conditioner, it will not receive the power it needs in order to run. On occasion, the circuit breaker for the circuit breaker may trip for no reason; in this situation, resetting the breaker should resolve the problem.

But when the problem stems from the breaker itself, additional repairs will be needed. It is possible for a breaker to become loose and stop operating correctly. When this happens, tightening the breaker will restore the proper flow of electricity to the HVAC unit and your air conditioner will begin running again. In the event that the breaker for your air conditioner is faulty or undersized for the HVAC unit that you have, you will need to hire an electrician to replace the breaker in the electrical box.

Wiring Problems

An HVAC unit consists of a complex series of wires that it relies on to run and produce cold air. Like any type of wiring, the wiring both inside an air conditioner and the wires connecting it to its power source can become faulty, frayed, or damaged. When there is a wiring problem with an HVAC unit, careful repairs are needed to get it up and running properly again. Since the wiring system is complex, it is highly recommended that you have a professional make repairs; trying to repair damaged wiring yourself can lead to further problems and can also be a huge safety hazard.

Damaged Capacitor

A capacitor is a device that manages the flow of electricity. Most HVAC units have two capacitors-- one to manage the flow of electricity when the unit is starting up and another one that maintains the flow of electricity to the motors. Over time, a capacitor can fail, which leads to a disruption of the flow of electricity. Having a damaged capacitor replaced with a new one often solves the problem.

Contact a company like AAA Home Services for more information and assistance.