5 Things that Could

Go Wrongwith Your AC Installation

AC Installation Problems

• Many of the problems that arise from an AC installation have to do with the people you hire.

• If you hire someone that isn’t licensed as a contractor, you may have to pay the penalty.

Educate Yourself• Get educated about what could go wrong.• Know what to look for when you’re inspecting

the installation.

#1 Wrong Size AC Unit

#1 Wrong Size AC Unit• It’s possible to get an AC unit installed that is

too big or too small.• Too small—won’t have enough power to keep

your house cool.• Too big—prevents proper dehumidification

and can wear out the unit from shutting on and off frequently.

#2 Exposed Wires

• Sloppy work can endanger your home.• Wiring work is required for the AC unit to

function.• Check for exposed wires yourself.

#2 Exposed Wires

#3 No Insulation on the Suction Line

• Refrigerant requires proper insulation on the suction line.

• No insulation could prevent efficiency on the unit.

• Wrong insulation can also cause the same problem.

#3 No Insulation on the Suction Line

#4 Suction Line Has Right Angles

• Right angles in a suction line cause 60 feet of resistance.

• AC has to work extra hard to cool the house.

#4 Suction Line Has Right Angles

#5 Mess Left Behind

• Workers that leave mess behind don’t care about their work.

• May tell you what effort they gave to the job. • Call someone in to double check the work.

#5 Mess Left Behind

Hire the Right People• Most AC installation issues could be solved by

hiring the right people in the first place.• You’ll have better luck with your

air conditioning installation if you hire a company that has expertise and cares about keeping your business.