HVAC Service In Buda, TX

Performed diagnostic on the upstairs system. I found the outdoor contactor had ants in it and had shorted out. This was preventing the outdoor system from turning on. Also found the outdoor fan motor has a hot spot ( rust spot). At the indoor system I found the secondary drain pan (62x32) is extremely rusted. Did inform the homeowner if the pan rusts through and water gets in it the pan will leak and cause water damage in the home. Also found the indoor coil rusted and prone to a refrigerant leak. Spoke with the homeowner and he chose to have the contactor replaced at this time. I replaced the outdoor contactor, cleaned out the electrical cabinet, and sprayed insecticide JS 685 to help keep ants out. Function tested the system and everything is operational at completion of service.

AC cool check was completed on a horizontal heat pump system. Drain line was flushed and treated. Outdoor condensing coils were cleaned. All mechanical and electrical components were checked. I did find the outdoor torque booster had dropped below specification set by the manufacturer. I went over my findings and repair options with the homeowner and they chose to replace the failing torque booster today. I replaced the torque booster and cycled the system on to verify proper operation. No other major issues were found. The system was running at completion of service.

AC cool check was completed on a vertical heat pump system. Drain line was flushed and treated. Outdoor coils were cleaned. All mechanical and electrical components were checked. No major issues were found. The system is running at completion of service.

Cool check completed on a horizontal heat pump system. The drain line was flushed and treated. Outdoor coils have been cleaned. During maintenance I did perform a leak search for refrigerant. All mechanical and electrical components have been checked. I did find that the contactor is charred and pitted. I also found the compressor to have high amps. System was cooling at time of departure.

Diagnostics found that the condenser fan motor has failed. A critical repair option was presented to the homeowner, and he has chosen to have the condenser fan motor replaced at this time. Once repairs were completed, the system was cycled on to verify proper operation. System is cooling properly at time of departure.

Performed a/c tune-up on a Carrier heat pump system. Checked the electrical, mechanical and performance systems of the unit. Cleared, cleaned, flushed and treated the drain line. Secured outdoor compressor wiring and washed the outdoor coil. I did find the thermostat temperature reading was off by 4 degrees. I changed the Ecobee temperature offset and verified it is now withing range. No other issues were found. The system is operational at this time.

Performed AC cool check. Checked the electrical, mechanical, safety, and performance of the system. I cleared the condensation drain line and flow tested the drain with two gallons of water. I also treated the drain line. The air filters were clean and had been recently replaced by the homeowner. No major issues were found. The system was running at the completion of service.

Performed AC cooling check. Checked the electrical, mechanical, safety, and performance of the system. I cleared the condensation drain line and flow tested the drain with two gallons of water. I also treated the drain line. The air filter was replaced with a client supplied filter. No major issues were found. The system was running at the completion of service.

Service diagnostic found the primary drain line was extremely clogged. Also found the outdoor fan motor is showing signs of overheating. Spoke with the homeowner and she chose to have the drain line cleaned out. I cleared and and treated the drain line multiple times since it was extremely backed up. I then tested the drain line with hot water and verified it is draining outside. The system is running at completion of service.

Performed the repairs on the guest house systems. Replaced both outdoor capacitors, fan motors, service disconnects, load wire and sealtight, and installed EasyStarts. Hung and strapped the secondary upstairs pan and sealed the supply connection where it had come loose. Cleared and primed both drain lines. Both systems are operating at completion of service.

AC cool check was completed on a horizontal straight cool system. Drain line was flushed and treated. Outdoor coils were cleaned. The air filter was also replaced. All mechanical and electrical components were checked. I did find the outdoor torque booster outside of manufacturers recommended charge. I also noticed no surge protection on the indoor or outdoor unit. The homeowner did mention allergies to me and I discussed installing our breathe easy package. No other issues were found. The system is running at completion of service.

Diagnosed a severely clogged drain. I cleared the drain line. I also had to dig up the drain outside. I put pea gravel in the hole I made to dig up the drain pipe to keep the drain flowing properly. The system is working at completion of service.

Service diagnostic found that the system was low on refrigerant. I performed a leak check and found a large leak in the evaporator coil. Replaced the cased coil in the attic. Rebuilt the drain line and added a safety switch. Removed the filter drier from outside and installed a new one at the coil. Pressure tested the system and pulled a deep vacuum. Weighed in factory charge and verified performance. The system is operational at completion of service.

Performed a/c tune-up on a American Standard heat pump system. Checked the electrical, mechanical and performance systems of the unit. Cleared, cleaned, flushed and treated the drain line and cleaned the exterior of the air handler. Replaced the return air filter and washed the outdoor coil. No major issues were found. The system is working at this time.

I installed the new soft start kit and properly wired it to the compressor. I then cycled the system to verify proper operation. Everything is working at completion of service.

Performed AC cool check. Checked the electrical, mechanical, safety, and performance of the system. I cleared the condensation drain line and flow tested the drain with two gallons of water. I also treated the drain line. The air filter had been replaced by the homeowner recently. No major issues were found. The system was running at the completion of service.

Performed a/c tune-up on a Carrier Infinity cooling system. Checked the electrical, mechanical and performance systems of the unit. Cleared, cleaned, flushed and treated the drain line and washed the outdoor coil. Did recommend replacing the air filters soon since they are starting to look dirty and are right at the 5-6 month mark. No other issues were found. The system is operational at this time.

Service diagnostic found that the condensation drain line was clogged. Water had backed up into the safety switch and shut down the system. Options for repair were presented to the homeowners and they chose to have the drain line cleared. I cleared the drain line and flow tested the drain with two gallons of water. I also treated the drain line. I function tested the system and the system was running at the completion of service.

AC cool check was completed for a horizontal straight cool system. Drain line was flushed and treated. Outdoor coils were cleaned. All mechanical and electrical components were checked. I did find the outdoor torque booster below manufacturer specifications. I presented repair options to the homeowner and she chose to replace the torque booster today. I replaced the torque booster and then cycled the system on to verify proper operation. The system is cooling at completion of service.

Installed Carrier 3 Ton heat pump. Installed Ecobee thermostat. Installed extended supply plenum and return plenum. Installed new AprilAire media cabinet. Replaced secondary pan. Installed SS2 and SS3 Safety switch. Rebuilt primary and secondary drain lines. Insulated secondary drain line. Cleared drain and verified operation. Pressure tested and pulled a vacuum on the copper lineset. Tested system operation. Everything is working at completion of install.