No cold air? Don't despair - we'll get your cooling system recharged in no time.
“Recharging” home AC units means refilling refrigerant so your unit blows cold air again.
Prompt Heating & Air Conditioning provides professional home AC recharge services for residential and light commercial cooling systems throughout Waukesha County and surrounding areas. Our team services all major AC brands and provides clear pricing, reliable service and honest recommendations to keep your cooling system running efficiently through the summer.
An AC recharge helps your system produce cold air again by refilling refrigerant when levels are low. Having an HVAC professional inspect and recharge your system before peak summer temperatures can help prevent breakdowns and improve overall performance.
Air conditioning recharge is the process of adding refrigerant to your system so it can cool your home properly again. Low refrigerant levels can cause weak airflow, warm air, longer cooling cycles and higher energy bills.
Refrigerant (it can be gas or liquid) absorbs heat from the environment. Refrigerant plus an evaporator, compressor and other components make up a home cooling system.
AC units have gas refrigerant inside copper coils. It absorbs heat from the indoor environment, becomes a liquid through increased pressure and transfers the heat outdoors through the exhaust system blowing air over the coils. Then the refrigerant cools down, turns back into a gas and the cycle repeats. When your air conditioner is in good shape and working efficiently, all the refrigerant stays inside the cooling system. Refrigerant leaks are a common problem when units are not maintained regularly.
Many air conditioners use R22 (hydrochlorofluorocarbons - HCFCs) as the refrigerant, but it’s being phased out in favor of more efficient R410A and R134 refrigerants (hydrofluorocarbons - HFCs). Newer refrigerants don’t have chlorine, so they’re better for the environment.
If your last AC tech topped off your refrigerant but didn’t offer to fix the leak, they either didn’t know what they were doing or planned on charging you for a refill again soon.
You’re definitely going to want a professional to refill your AC refrigerant, as it is dangerous if not done properly, and the EPA requires certification for this procedure.
Damage, old age and lack of regular maintenance can lead to refrigerant leaks. No refrigerant means no heat transfer is happening, and you won’t feel any cooler.
A certified AC repair technician can find and fix the cause of leaking refrigerant and refill the system.
We provide recharge services to all major brands of residential and light commercial air conditioners, including (but not limited to):
The cost for an AC recharge varies by unit. Prompt provides free upfront quotes on recharge prices.
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When completed by an HVAC professional, the recharge process keeps your unit running at full capacity over the summer months. If your unit has a leak and needs repair, service time can increase. Contact Prompt today to schedule your next recharge appointment.
Can I recharge my home AC myself?
You should not try the recharge process on your own. EPA regulations require a certified technician to handle refrigerant. Hiring a certified HVAC professional is the best option to meet all health and safety requirements.
Does leaking refrigerant mean I need a new air conditioner?
In many cases, no. Don’t let a contractor talk you into a new AC unit if they’re unable to explain why it’s necessary. Depending on the size and location of the leak, age/condition of the unit and overall efficiency, in some cases it does make more financial sense to replace it with a newer model. We offer replacement services to all customers. We’ll always help you get the longest service life out of your air conditioner. We give full, firm price quotes ahead of time and explain any recommended repair or replacement services in plain terms so you can make the best decision for your property and budget.
Our service area covers all of Waukesha County and surrounding areas, including:
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