Air Conditioning Fault Finding
Methodical diagnosis to find the real cause of a problem — not just treat the symptoms.
Air Conditioning Fault Finding
When a system isn't cooling, keeps switching off, or is showing an error code, guesswork wastes time and money. We take a structured approach to fault finding — inspecting, testing and measuring before recommending any repair — so you get an accurate diagnosis and know exactly what's involved in putting it right.
Signs You May Have a Fault
• Little or no cooling or heating
• Ice or frost forming on the indoor or outdoor unit
• Water leaking from the indoor unit
• Unusual noise or vibration
• Error or fault codes on the controller
• System switching off unexpectedly or short-cycling
• Tripping the electrical circuit breaker
• Reduced airflow from vents
• Rising energy bills with no change in use
Our Fault-Finding Process
• Discussion of symptoms and system history
• Visual inspection of indoor and outdoor units
• Electrical testing of components and connections
• Operating pressure and temperature readings where relevant to the reported fault
• Leak detection using appropriate F-Gas-compliant methods where leakage is suspected
• Airflow and performance measurement
• A clear explanation of findings before any repair work goes ahead
Common Faults We Diagnose
• Refrigerant leaks or loss of charge
• Faulty compressors or fan motors
• Blocked condensate drains and leaks
• Failed capacitors and electrical components
• Sensor and control-board faults
• Blocked or heavily fouled coils restricting airflow
• Installation-related drainage, insulation, vibration or pipework problems
Repair or Replace?
Not every fault is worth repairing. Once we've diagnosed the problem, we'll give you a straightforward view of the options — factoring in the age of the system, the cost and availability of parts, and the type of refrigerant it uses. Where a repair isn't economically worthwhile, we'll tell you plainly rather than replacing parts on a system that isn't worth the investment.
Book a Fault-Finding Visit
Tell us what the system is doing and we'll arrange a visit to get to the bottom of it.