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Why Is the AC Running for Long Cycles?

Monday, November 13th, 2023

We often talk about short cycles on this blog, but rarely do we explore the world of long cycles. A long cycle is usually one that takes no longer than 20 minutes. It’s normal for an air conditioner to cycle on 2-3 times an hour to keep temperatures in the zone that you want them to be.

Long cycles can usually signify one huge problem–that your system can’t reach your thermostat’s temperature settings and it’s working too hard. This is something that only professional AC repair in Lincolnton, NC can fix properly.

Before you lose interest and close out this blog, remember that if it’s allowed to run like this, your air conditioner will cause your energy bill to spike dramatically. For every long cycle, you could be paying more money for no real difference in comfort. So keep reading and make sure you schedule repairs as quickly as possible!

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