Sweating it Out

Signs Your Car's A/C Needs Refrigerant

How to Tell If Your Car's A/C Has a Leak

Summer heat in Texas is hard. It's even harder when your auto A/C isn't cooling your air efficiently like it might if the refrigerant has leaked. If your auto A/C is blowing hot air or you have found a refrigerant leak, you need to get to a mechanic who will fix the issue as quickly as possible.

Keeping Your Car's A/C Running

Your auto A/C is integral to a comfortable ride in the Texas heat, so it's important to take your car to a mechanic as soon as you notice a reduction in cooling capacity for your auto A/C. Not only will a repair make your ride more comfortable in the heat, but it might tell you of other issues that need to be repaired in your vehicle, too. There are several signs of an auto A/C system that require repair, and you should watch for them and have them repaired as soon as they appear. The first sign is a weak airflow in your A/C system. You might need a recharge of the refrigerant if the weakened airflow is warm, or you may have problems with the ventilation fan, loose blower hoses, or mildew or mold in the evaporator core. Your mechanic will need to inspect the issue and determine its cause. Maybe your dashboard has begun to leak. You have a problem with a clogged hose caused by age. Age and moisture can cause this kind of leak in the A/C system and can create further damage to other components of the system if you put off repairs. You may have noticed leaking refrigerant from your auto A/C system. If you have this type of leak, you'll notice that the air in the system will come out hot because the system is meant to make your air cold. Your mechanic will have to check your rubber seals and hoses for rot that can appear over time. Finally, your A/C may begin making an unusual noise when you turn it on. This may be caused by a broken fan belt or condenser or even by debris in the fan. Because this can be a symptom of a larger problem, you don't want to ignore the problem for any amount of time.

Bring Us Your Car

Air conditioning is crucial to any car in Texas. You'll want to get your car from the ASE-certified technicians at Powerhouse Auto and Diesel in Cypress, TX. They can troubleshoot any problems with your A/C system, including leaks, hoses, and fan belts. These technicians are authorized to recharge the refrigerant needed to keep the system cold. Whatever your needs for your auto A/C, the technicians at Powerhouse will find out what your needs are and how best to address them for repair. The technicians back their repairs with a 24-month, 24,000-mile warranty and will use OEM parts for the repairs, so you can rest assured that your problem will be fixed right the first time. Give us a call today to start the repair process today.