Why is my air conditioner not cooling my house below 80?

So if there are leaks along the ductwork that allow cold air to escape into the attic or basement, your home won’t get as much cool air as it needs to reach your set temperature. Air ducts with leaks allow conditioned air to escape into unconditioned areas (i.e. the attic).

When to replace your air conditioner for better cooling?

Not only will a newer AC ensure your home reaches sub 80 degree temperatures, it can also save you up to 20% on cooling costs. If your AC is older than 10 years old, have a professional inspect your home to see how much you could benefit from replacing your AC with a newer model.

What does it mean when your AC is low on refrigerant?

Refrigerant is the liquid/gas responsible for absorbing heat from your home’s air. If your AC system is low on refrigerant, it won’t cool your home as well as it normally would. Here’s the thing:Refrigerant runs in a closed loopthrough your system. So, if your system is low on refrigerant, it means you have a leak.

Is there a problem with my AC system?

If so, there might not be any “problem” with your AC system. You see, every geographical area has what’s called a 1% summer “design temperature”. Your location will exceed this temperature only 1% of all the hours in a year (based on a 30 year average).

What does it mean when your AC has low refrigerant?

When you don’t have enough, your AC can’t absorb enough heat to cool the air. A low refrigerant level means one thing: you have a refrigerant leak. Signs you have a refrigerant leak include: Ice buildup on the refrigerant line and the outside unit.