Here to Fix Metro Atlanta’s Broken AC Units
You’re looking forward to getting home to your air conditioner after a long day on the town. But when you open your front door, the air inside is almost as muggy as what’s outside. What gives? It looks like you might have a problem with your heat pump or air conditioner. Summers in Marietta and Smyrna can be brutal.
That’s why reliable air conditioning is at the top of many buyers’ shopping lists. When your AC unit stops working, you really appreciate the difference it makes. Instead of suffering through the heat, call Bartlett Heating & Cooling. Whether you need a simple AC repair in Marietta, GA, or a full AC replacement, our local HVAC experts are here for you. If your AC unit is leaking or refusing to turn on, call us. Our HVAC experts work on all types and brands of air conditioners.
Signs It’s Time to Call an Expert For AC Repair
You rely on your air conditioner to keep you cool in Georgia’s hottest months. Without dependable AC repair services in Marietta, GA, your home will soon be a sticky sauna. Fortunately, your AC unit typically hums along just fine. It pulls in outside air, cools it, and blows it into your home. In your little safe haven, it’s easy to forget it’s 90 degrees outside.
But sometimes the AC process stops or sputters. Unfortunately, unless it’s a full-on breakdown, most homeowners don’t know when it’s time to call a Marietta-area HVAC contractor.
Here’s a shortlist of circumstances when it’s necessary to pick up your phone:
- The unit hums but refuses to turn on
- You can’t trigger the AC on from the thermostat
- You hear strange noises or feel vibrations
- You see water pooling around your air conditioner
- The fan runs but the air coming out remains hot
- The unit abruptly ceases operation
If you notice any of the above problems, don’t panic. Our local HVAC experts can help! Contact us to schedule an appointment for emergency AC repair in Marietta, GA.
The Most Common Causes of AC Failure
No air conditioner in Metro Atlanta is completely immune to failure. Just like with your car, dozens of components can cause your air conditioner to stop cooling. This doesn’t even include things like thermostats or blower motors.
But like a lot of things, the 80/20 rule applies. Most AC issues in Marietta have similar root causes. And, after 37 years of working in HVAC, we’re easily able to identify them.
These typical suspects include:
- Faulty Electrical Components: Loose wiring, tripped breakers or worn-out capacitors stop your system in its tracks from starting or cause it to shut off unexpectedly.
- Refrigerant Leaks: Low refrigerant means your AC can’t absorb heat properly, leaving your home warmer than it should be even when the system is running.
- Frozen Coils: Restricted airflow/low refrigerant causes ice to build up on the unit’s evaporator coil, which is one of the most common reasons homeowners call for air conditioning repair in Marietta, GA.
- Damaged Fan Blades: Bent or cracked fan blades throw the unit off balance leading to poor airflow and unusual noise.
- Bad Compressors: As the heart of your AC system, a failing compressor can bring cooling to a complete stop and often requires professional diagnosis.
- Faulty Thermostats: A miscalibrated or malfunctioning thermostat causes your system to run inconsistently, or not respond to commands at all.
- Skipped Maintenance Visits: Dirty filters, coils, and components build up over time without regular tune-ups, which is why so many homeowners eventually need AC repair services in Marietta, GA, to catch up on deferred wear and tear.
- Old Age & Rust: Aging units become less efficient and more prone to breakdowns, especially once corrosion sets into key components.
You might be tempted to go to YouTube or Google to try and identify which of the above is to blame for your AC problem, but that isn’t a good idea. It can lead to you wasting money on unnecessary parts or even causing a dangerous short in the system. If left unchecked, these errors can be deadly. So, when you need AC repair in Marietta, GA, we suggest reaching out to a professional HVAC contractor in Marietta instead.
The Air Conditioning Brands We Work On
Every make and model of air conditioner is different. Components are housed in different places, and buttons may not function the same. That YouTube video about do-it-yourself AC repair rarely matches what you find under the casing. This is one reason we always recommend leaving air conditioning repair in Marietta, GA, to a licensed Marietta HVAC professional.
We have the expertise to fix equipment from any brand, including these more well-known names:
- American Standard
- Bryant
- Carrier
- Goodman
- Lennox
- Trane
- Rheem
- York
- Frigidaire
- Amana
- Coleman
- Daikin
- Mitsubishi
- Gree
- Fujitsu
Don’t fret if your air conditioner brand isn’t on our list! We have utmost confidence in our AC technicians’ skills to handle almost any system. And even if what you have installed is an air handler or a heat pump, we remain your go-to resource for speedy and proficient AC unit repair in Marietta, GA.
Cities We Service
We proudly provide air conditioner repair in Marietta, GA, and throughout Metro Atlanta, including:
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my AC freeze up at night in Marietta even though it’s still warm outside?
Freezing overnight is a common and (often) misunderstood problem. When outdoor temperatures drop into the mid-60s or lower (something Marietta sees regularly in spring/early fall) and the unit is still running, the reduced heat load causes the evaporator coil to drop below freezing if airflow is restricted or refrigerant levels are low.
The result is ice buildup on the indoor unit that homeowners discover in the morning when the system has stopped cooling. It’s usually a sign that airflow or refrigerant charge needs attention.
If my Marietta home was built in the 1980/90s, should I be concerned about the refrigerant my AC uses?
Homes built pre-2010 are more likely to have AC systems that use R-22 refrigerant (also known as Freon). R-22 was phased out of production in 2020 under EPA regulations, and while existing supplies are still usable, the cost has increased significantly as stockpiles shrink.
If your system develops a refrigerant leak and it runs on R-22 the repair math changes considerably compared to a newer system running R-410A or the newer R-454B refrigerants.
What is a TXV valve and why does it matter for AC performance in Georgia’s humid summers?
The thermostatic expansion valve (or TXV) controls the flow of refrigerant into the evaporator coil basing it on the temperature and pressure conditions already inside the system. In Marietta’s high-humidity environment, a failing TXV floods the evaporator coil’s system with too much refrigerant (or starves it entirely).
Both leave your house with poor cooling and dehumidification, which in a Georgia summer means a home that feels hot and clammy even when the system is technically running.
Trust Us to Fix Any AC Problem in the Metro Atlanta Area
When you need AC repair in Marietta, GA, and beyond, including Atlanta and Smyrna, Bartlett is the company to trust. Our local HVAC company has served the area’s AC needs for over 37 years. This makes us uniquely qualified to handle problems of any size.
Our air conditioning contractors service all models and makes of air conditioning equipment, including Trane, American Standard, Carrier, and Goodman. We also promise to treat every customer with the respect and autonomy they deserve. Please reach out to us by phone or form to schedule your AC repair, maintenance, or installation in Marietta!
