Troubleshooting Help
Emergency HVAC Guides
Something wrong with your AC or heater? Start here. Each guide walks you through what's probably happening, what you can try yourself, and when it's time to call a pro.
Cooling Emergencies
Your AC isn't working right. These guides help you figure out what's wrong and what to try before calling.
AC Running But Not Cooling
Your system is on, the fan is blowing, but the house keeps getting hotter. Here's what to check before you call.
Read guideAC Won't Turn On
You set the thermostat, nothing happens. No fan, no compressor, no air. Here's what to check before you panic.
Read guideAC Blowing Warm Air
The vents are pushing air, but it's warm. Here's what's going wrong and what you can do right now.
Read guideAC Leaking Water Inside
Puddles under the air handler, water stains on the ceiling, or dripping from a vent — act fast to prevent damage.
Read guideAC Frozen / Ice on Lines
Seeing frost or ice buildup on the refrigerant lines or outdoor unit? Stop running the system — here's what to do.
Read guideAC Making Strange Noises
Banging, buzzing, squealing, hissing — your AC is trying to tell you something. Here's how to decode it.
Read guideAC Keeps Tripping the Breaker
Resetting the breaker only for it to trip again minutes later? Stop resetting — here's what's going on.
Read guideElectric Bill Suddenly High
If your bill jumped and nothing else changed, your HVAC system is the prime suspect. Here's what to investigate.
Read guideHeating Emergencies
Heater problems during a Houston cold snap. Diagnose the issue and stay warm.
Heater Won't Turn On
Houston cold snaps hit fast. If your heater isn't responding, here's what to check before temperatures drop further.
Read guideHeater Blowing Cold Air
The vents are pushing air, but it's not warm. Here's what's going wrong and what you can check.
Read guideBurning Smell from Furnace
A burning smell from your furnace can be harmless or dangerous. Here's how to tell the difference.
Read guideHeat Pump Not Heating
Heat pumps are efficient in mild weather but struggle when Houston gets a hard freeze. Here's what's normal and what isn't.
Read guideNo Heat Upstairs / Uneven Heating
Uneven heating between floors is one of the most common complaints in Houston two-story homes. Here's what's causing it.
Read guideGeneral HVAC Issues
Thermostat issues, post-storm problems, and other HVAC situations that affect both heating and cooling.
Thermostat Screen Blank
No display, no response, no HVAC. Here's how to troubleshoot a dead thermostat.
Read guideHVAC After a Power Outage
After a Houston storm or power outage, your HVAC system may need a manual reset. Here's the step-by-step.
Read guideHouse Feels Humid with AC On
The temperature is right but the air feels sticky and damp. In Houston, humidity control is just as important as temperature.
Read guideNeed Help Now?
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