Is your Car AC not blowing cold air?
A car's air conditioning system becomes less effective over time. At some point your car’s AC might stop blowing cold air all together. This is normally a gradual process. Perhaps your car is even blowing hot air out of the vents. And it is summer time! We are sorry that your AC is not working, but you have come to the right place! We know how to help evaluate your car’s AC and fix it quickly! Our trained AC technicians at Ace Car Care Center in Charlottesville want to get you back on the road and keep you cool this summer!
Are you looking for a Car AC repair near you?
If so, Ace Car Care Center on Avon Street Extended in Charlottesville, VA is here to help. Our certified AC technicians use professional equipment to ensure a proper fix to your car’s AC. Having your car’s A/C recharged typically costs only a few hundred dollars. Costs for AC repair can vary based on your cars specifications, and the exact diagnosed problem. As we are reviewing the issue we will keep you updated so you have an understanding of any associated costs that will go along with fixing your AC unit.
Why is my AC not blowing air?
It can be more than frustrating if your Car’s AC stops blowing on a hot summer day. We wish we had a miracle answer as to the problem with your Car’s A/C but there is no easy diagnosis. A lack of airflow can be caused by many problems. One of Ace’s certified Auto AC Repair technicians can help isolate the main problem, so we can assist in fixing your broken Car AC. The problem could be a loose hose, blown seals, and/or a bad ventilation fan. Mold or mildew that over time has built up in the evaporator core could also be the root cause of broken AC.
Whatever the problem, or however frustrating, having a certified AC technician perform the work is recommended. Serious damage can be caused by trying to fix this problem at home.
Is damage caused when you keep running a car’s A/C system that blows warm air?
The easy answer is yes. By the time you notice your car’s AC system is blowing warm, it has already lost a lot of refrigerant. And potentially even worse, refrigerant is mixed with a lubricating oil, which is required to keep the A/C compressor operating smoothly, you will likely be running the system too dry. By starving it of lubrication, eventually this burns out the compressor. Most refrigerants will mix in an ultraviolet-sensitive dye. This way when the refrigerant evaporates the dye oil mixture leaks into the engine bay. This is important as it leaves a trackable stain. By using an ultraviolet light close to the A/C lines, the locations of any leaks will be shown. Pretty illuminating!
Ace Car Care Center’s certified AC Technicians can perform a wide variety of air conditioning services on your car. From general and routine testing to regularly scheduled maintenance. We also can perform complete car AC system repair. We can quickly diagnose the car’s problems. And we always provide cost effective repair and maintenance options.
Car Air Conditioning Repair and Inspection
A car’s air conditioning repair really encompasses a lot of different operations. The annual inspection is the most basic and general of measures to take. As well as a general AC performance check. Or a diagnosis and replacement of AC system components. Any of our qualified technicians can perform these services for you.
Providing regular inspections help ensure efficient cooling. It allows us also to find and identify potential refrigerant leakage. Additional AC services your car might require:
PSI pressure system reading to verify Freon level
Output temperature check
System fan level check
Compressor and blower fan to examine to ensure proper operation
Hose and belt inspections - to discover signs of aging and failure potential
Diagnosis of possible problems with faulty switches, wiring, and fuses, condenser, or internal compressor seal failure
Car AC Recharge Service
Amazingly leaks can occur, even if a car’s air conditioning system is sealed. When this occurs your car needs a recharge of the air conditioner. This includes:
Recharging the AC system with additional refrigerant. This brings up pressure to proper specifications
To visually find system leaks, the addition of fluorescent dye
Ace Car Care Center A/C recharge services include everything from inspection to full repair and recharge. If your car A/C has been having trouble let one of our trained, skilled, and AC technicians find a solution to keep you cool in the heat of the summer.
