Yesterday, I stopped by a home in the 85234 neighborhood of Gilbert to address an issue with a struggling air conditioning system. The unit was working overtime, and the homeowner had noticed a big drop in cooling power. Turns out, the refrigerant levels were way lower than they should’ve been. Not the best thing to discover during these blazing Arizona summers!
So, I performed a refrigerant leak test to see if we had any leaks causing the drop in levels. Sure enough, there was a small leak that needed fixing. After sealing it up and recharging the system with fresh refrigerant, it was time to give everything a thorough check. The transformation was immediate. That warm, barely-there airflow was replaced with crisp, cool air, and the house quickly felt like a refreshing escape from the heat.
But the job didn’t end there.
The homeowner wanted to upgrade their thermostat. They had been using a basic digital thermostat and asked about switching to something a little more high-tech. I suggested the Ecobee Smart Thermostat, and we made the swap.
This upgrade makes a world of difference! Not only can they now control their AC from anywhere using their phone, but the Ecobee also learns from their habits and adjusts the temperature automatically, saving them money and energy. Plus, it integrates with smart home systems like Alexa, so they can just tell their AC to cool things down! It’s a small change, but a big improvement—especially when you’re living in a desert climate like ours.
From start to finish, the job took a few hours, and now their system is running smoother than ever. It’s always satisfying to see such a quick turnaround, and the homeowner was thrilled with the results.
If you’re in Gilbert or surrounding areas and your AC isn’t keeping up with the heat, we’ve got you covered. Whether it’s fixing refrigerant leaks, upgrading your thermostat, or keeping your system running at peak efficiency, Suttle Air is just a call away.
