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Why Do I Feel Hot in an Air-Conditioned Room?

You expect to feel cooler pretty quickly when you turn on your AC. But do you ever turn your AC on and still feel hot? Well, there are many potential causes. Something must be wrong when your AC isn’t cooling you down; what to check if you feel hot in an air-conditioned room.

There are many potential causes for feeling hot in an air-conditioned room. One possibility is that the air conditioning unit isn’t working correctly. If the unit isn’t blowing cold air, it can’t cool down the room. 

Another possibility is that the room is not well-insulated. This means heat from outside is seeping into the room, making it difficult for the air conditioner to keep the temperature down. Finally, it could be that the air conditioning unit is too small for the room. If the unit can’t generate enough cold air to offset the room’s heat, you’ll feel hot.

What to Check if You Feel Hot in an Air-Conditioned Room

To determine whether the problem is with your AC or your body, try answering the following question:

  • Is the AC newly installed?
  • Is this room usually cold when the AC is on?
  • Do other people in the room feel hot too?
  • Try going to another room and turning on the AC to the same temperature. Do you feel colder?
  • Try putting your hand under the AC. Do you feel any cold air blowing out of it?

If Your AC is the Problem

There are several potential reasons why your AC is not blowing enough cold air, such as:

AC is Not Properly Installed

If you’re having trouble with your AC, there are some potential causes. It could be that the AC unit is undersized for the space, which means it’s not able to cool the room effectively. Alternatively, something could block or obstruct airflow, preventing the cold air from circulating correctly. If you’re unsure of the problem, it’s best to call a professional AC repair technician to take a look and troubleshoot the issue.

Clogged Filter

If you find that your air conditioner is not blowing cold air as it should, one of the first things you should check is the air filter. Over time, dirt and dust can build up in the air filter, causing it to become clogged. When this happens, it can block airflow and prevent the AC from blowing cold air properly. Simply replace the air filter with a new one to fix the problem. It’s a good idea to do this every three months to keep your AC running smoothly.

Low Refrigerant Level

If your AC is still blowing warm air, the compressor may have an issue. The compressor is responsible for circulating the refrigerant throughout the AC unit. If it’s not working correctly, it can cause the AC to blow warm air. You’ll need to have a professional repair or replace the compressor to fix this problem.

Damaged Parts

Your AC unit should be clean, properly installed, and have enough coolant to run well. However, if it is still not able to cool down your room well enough, then one of the parts inside might be damaged. It could be the thermostat, the condenser, the compressor, or anything. Have a licensed HVAC repairman do a full inspection.

If you’re having trouble with your AC unit, it’s important to have a licensed HVAC repairman look at it. They’ll be able to troubleshoot the problem and figure out what needs to be done to fix it. In some cases, they may even be able to replace parts that are damaged or worn out.

In Summary

Keep these potential problems in mind if your AC is blowing warm air instead of cold. You can quickly get your AC unit back up and running correctly by troubleshooting the issue.

For more info, see: What to Do When Your AC Unit Blows Warm Air

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ECM Air Conditioning, with its headquarters located in Boynton Beach, FL, provides air conditioning services within Palm Beach County, Broward County, Martin County, and St. Lucie County. If you’re looking to have a new HVAC system installed, we’re on-call and ready to assist you. So if you’re in need of an HVAC installation, don’t hesitate to contact us today to schedule an inspection! Our HVAC installation experts will check your ductwork, measure, check wire sizes, and more before making recommendations to ensure maximum efficiency and comfort. Call us at 561-295-1763 or contact our HVAC installation team online by clicking here.

 

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