Goettl Air conditioning unit

When Is the Best Time to Recharge My Refrigerant?

So when is the best time to recharge your refrigerant? This is a trick question, as you will not have to recharge your refrigerant if your air conditioner is functioning properly. Refrigerant differs from fuels that mechanical systems may use in a number of ways, not the least of which is the fact that it is never consumed. If you find that you have low refrigerant levels in your home cooling system, that means that your air conditioner was improperly charged with refrigerant to begin with, or you have a leak in your system.

Regardless of the nature of the problem, swift action must be take. Your refrigerant is integral to the overall operation of your home cooling system. Don’t let low levels impede its operation or cause damage to your system.

Why You Need the Right Amount of Refrigerant in Your AC

There is no denying just how important the refrigerant within your air conditioning system really is. You see, refrigerant serves as the heat transfer fluid that your air conditioner uses to remove heat from the air in your home. An AC doesn’t just generate cool air out of nowhere, after all. In the evaporator coil, the refrigerant evaporates — hence the name. In doing so, it is able to absorb heat from the air surrounding the coil, and that cooled air is then redistributed throughout the house. The refrigerant is condensed in the outdoor condenser, and disperses the heat it’s gathered into the air outside.

When you don’t have enough refrigerant in your system, the coil can get too cold. This can cause condensation to ice up on it, further insulating it and further impeding the heat absorption process. This causes the system to work harder, driving up energy costs even as your comfort falls. Plus, you risk damaging your compressor, or at least causing it to overheat.

If you need any AC services in Phoenix, AZ, be sure to schedule them with Goettl Air Conditioning.

Testimonials

What Our Customers Say About Us

Rafiu BabatundeRafiu Babatunde
18:22 28 Nov 23
Michael BerkleyMichael Berkley
17:50 28 Nov 23
As part of an annual maintenance contract a technician was dispatched to service the furnace. The veracity of the alleged service problems is indeterminant, but what ensued was a scare tactic laced, relentless pressure induced attempt to make a spot decision to replace the entire furnace. Nobody is so naive to think these are not upsell opportunities for the vendor, but this technician far exceeded the realm of reasonable and did not relent when asked. It is difficult to know the sincerity of any true service problems and give Goettl any credit for honesty. We are largely disappointed and disillusioned with Goettl. Service contract renewal in doubt.
Catherine BowlesCatherine Bowles
17:21 28 Nov 23
was very helpful and professional 👏
Rachel RamosRachel Ramos
16:55 28 Nov 23
Tyler Leija was very thorough and explained everything carefully about our plumbing issues. I’m glad we called Goettl.. Thank You!
G force9299G force9299
15:32 28 Nov 23
William and Peter were amazing! Although Peter is in training, you would not have known if he didn't tell you. Services provided were top notch! Thank you!!!
Linda ClaytonLinda Clayton
22:25 25 Nov 23
Frank M is fabulous! Great service!Sam is wonderful. I would like them to send him every time. Great service. On time. Expert knowledge. Highly recommend!
Scott MillerScott Miller
00:41 25 Nov 23
Great job and fast response. Tyler did a great job.
J NevilJ Nevil
00:34 25 Nov 23
Roger came out on Thanksgiving Day to fix our unit. Turns out, our home builder completely shorted us on the amount of blown-in attic insulation (which you think a home inspector would have caught) and also our unit is too small for our house which is 4 years old. Roger took the time to explain all of this to us in detail and got our unit up and running. Thank you Roger!
Rosalyn DouglasRosalyn Douglas
22:37 24 Nov 23
Michael was very professional and polite. Got the job done in a timely manner installing the sensors.
Michael SchmidtMichael Schmidt
22:10 24 Nov 23
Joseph was professional, friendly, and very thorough. He answered all of our questions and gave us a detailed explanation of what the problem was and why it occurs.
Joel RuizJoel Ruiz
16:02 20 Nov 23
Ralph did a great job, was on time and explained everything very clearly.
Sunshines BuggySunshines Buggy
01:26 20 Nov 23
CARLOSR LOPEZCARLOSR LOPEZ
21:19 19 Nov 23
Jeremy Ortega did an excellent job cleaning the drain
Jay TēperJay Tēper
22:22 18 Nov 23
I found Darean to be completely polite and professional. He kept me informed as he went what he was doing and why. He answered my questions and gave me some advice as well on how to keep my plumbing and faucets in good shape.
Armando TrujilloArmando Trujillo
21:27 18 Nov 23
Tnank You to Josh and Roger they were very courtesy, friendly, and knowledgeable, we valued their honesty and opinion. As customers it was important to us to feel comfortable in making our decision. They did a great job and would recommend them to family and friends.Best bro"s ever.,
Juan LudwigJuan Ludwig
17:58 18 Nov 23
Frank M did a great job explaining our iptions. Very much appreciated!
George TannerGeorge Tanner
13:52 18 Nov 23
Great service provided.
James MarshallJames Marshall
05:34 18 Nov 23
Technician Abdiel answered all of my questions.
Maritza LabradorMaritza Labrador
05:05 18 Nov 23
Jimmy CaldwellJimmy Caldwell
00:00 18 Nov 23
Darean serviced our drain line blockage. His professionalism and knowledge for being so young was incredible. This has been one of our best experiences working with a plumber. He was methodical, clean, (like really clean!), and very determined to go above and beyond. I don't leave reviews often but this experience was worthy of a 5 star review. Highly recommend Darean.
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