24/7Emergency Service
In Murfreesboro, TN, our weather can swing from blazing hot to cool and chilly without much warning. Whether your AC goes down during a humid August heat wave or your furnace stops working on a cold January night, an unexpected HVAC failure can quickly turn from uncomfortable to unsafe. Knowing what to do when this happens will help you protect your home and your family’s comfort. This guide will help you understand when to contact A/C Plus Heating & Cooling for emergency HVAC services and how our experienced team’s knowledge will keep your family safe throughout the year.
Understanding When It’s an HVAC Emergency
Some HVAC problems can wait for regular business hours, while others require immediate attention. It may not be immediately apparent when you need emergency HVAC service, but some signs indicate that you should make the call.
Here are situations where you need to contact A/C Plus Heating & Cooling for help right away:
- Your unit stops working
- You hear grinding or screeching noises
- You notice odd smells or smoke
- Your system causes your lights to flicker or breakers to trip
- You see significant water leaks from indoor unit
Your Safety Is Our Priority
Your comfort matters, but your safety always comes first. If you suspect an electrical issue or a gas leak in your home, turn off your system at the thermostat and the breaker. If you smell natural gas or propane in your living space, leave the house immediately and call your gas provider or emergency services. After your family is safe, contact an HVAC specialist at A/C Plus Heating & Cooling to handle the rest. Our licensed technicians will safely restore your system to full operation.
Never Delay Emergency HVAC Repairs
Tennessee summers can be punishing. A broken air conditioner puts older family members, children, and pets at risk for heat-related illnesses. Likewise, going without heat in freezing conditions can lead to frozen pipes and other expensive headaches.
When your system fails unexpectedly, don’t wait it out to see what happens. The longer you delay, the more likely you are to face bigger damage and higher repair costs. Fast action protects your home’s structure and your HVAC system from further damage.
How A/C Plus Heating & Cooling Handles Emergency HVAC Needs
When you call us for an HVAC emergency, you’ll speak with a friendly local team member, not an automated line that leaves you wondering when help will arrive. We’ll ask questions to understand better what’s happening in your home, then dispatch an experienced technician with the necessary tools to handle urgent repairs.
Our professionals are well-versed in Tennessee’s weather, local power grids, and the unique challenges that older homes or newer systems can pose. We arrive on time, diagnose the problem promptly, and guide you through your options so that you can feel confident in the solution.
What Our HVAC Technicians Will Look For
An emergency visit always begins with a full inspection. Our technician will inspect all system components, including electrical connections, refrigerant levels, the thermostat, and air handlers. Our goal is to fix your system on our first visit to your home. If replacement is a better option for your system’s needs, we will explain why and offer options for you to consider.
Common causes of HVAC system failures that we look for in your home include blown capacitors, failed compressors, and broken fan motors. There could also be issues with frozen coils due to poor airflow, low refrigerant levels, or electrical shorts or faulty connections.
Comfort Tips While You Wait for Emergency Repairs
Sometimes, our technicians may not have all the parts to repair your HVAC system. In some cases, they may need to order specialized components that your system requires. If that’s the case, we will never leave you guessing. We will clearly explain the timeline and recommend ways to stay comfortable until the repairs are complete. While you are waiting for the repairs to be completed, keep rooms closed, use fans in summer to circulate the air, and be mindful of vulnerable family members.
Safety Considerations in Extreme Emergencies
If your system fails due to an extreme weather event, there are other safety considerations to keep in mind. Storm-based outages carry additional risks, including lightning strikes, tornadoes, flooding, ice, and fallen trees. An uncomfortable home may not be as dangerous as the weather outside. Be sure to consider all the risks before deciding whether to leave your house or stay inside. In these cases, you may have to wait for safer conditions before you can get emergency AC or heating repairs.
Keep an emergency radio for weather instructions in your home. Experts who monitor risks are a valuable source for understanding how to respond in a particularly hazardous situation. Crank-powered radios don’t require electricity or batteries to run. This is a good way to keep track of whether emergency services are recommending that you evacuate or stay put.
If you do evacuate, keep in mind that there may be some reasons that your home may not be immediately safe to return to. You could have structural damage to your home from fallen trees. Flood waters can contain live electric wires or sewage. Again, work with local emergency services to determine the safest course of action. Once you have done this, you can begin working with professionals to get your HVAC system back online.
How to Reduce the Risk of Future HVAC Emergencies
You can’t always avoid HVAC emergencies, but regular maintenance goes a long way toward preventing that dreaded “no heat” or “no AC” moment when you least expect it. After we restore your system, our team will help you develop a plan to keep it reliable. We recommend that your heating and cooling system undergo maintenance twice a year.
In the spring, to ensure your cooling system is in optimal condition, and again in the fall, when our technicians will inspect your heating system. This ensures that both systems are functioning before you need them full-time for the season.
Schedule Routine Maintenance
Preventive maintenance is the primary defense you have against unexpected system breakdowns. During a maintenance session, our technicians at A/C Plus Heating & Cooling will clean coils, check for leaks, inspect electrical connections, lubricate moving parts, and ensure your system runs efficiently. Our Comfort Plus maintenance agreement makes it easy to remember to schedule, and includes perks and discounts.
Replace Air Filters Regularly
A dirty air filter can cause your system to overheat, freeze, or short-cycle. Checking your filters monthly and replacing them when they clog helps keep air flowing freely in your home and reduces strain on your equipment.
Consider Upgrades as Your System Ages
Older HVAC units are more likely to break down when under pressure. If your system is nearing 15 years old and you’ve noticed higher utility bills, inconsistent temperatures, or frequent repair needs, it might be more cost-effective to replace it. Our team will help you choose the right energy-efficient upgrade for your home, one that saves you money and reduces stress in the long run.
Contact a Reliable HVAC Company for a Consultation
No one wants to face a sudden HVAC failure, but when it happens, you shouldn’t feel alone. Trust the team that Tennessee families count on year-round. If your HVAC system fails at the worst possible time, we’ll be there to restore your comfort quickly and safely. We’re available for installation, maintenance, and repair of all types of heating and cooling systems.
Contact A/C Plus Heating & Cooling today for 24/7 emergency service and restore your home to the perfect temperature quickly.
