there's a few ways to do this.. either you can go buy a leak detector or the cheap way like most of us do it is get a squirt bottle put a dish soap in it and then fill it up with water. just enough dish soap so its kinda slippery to the touch. then spray it on all the joints and coil and watch for bubble's..
no. How could you have a leak without a leak? There's a hole in the system somewhere.
Usually there is a leak somewhere in the system.
There is a leak somewhere in the air conditioning system. Mechanic shops have a special dye they can add to the system to find the leak.
Your central air conditioner may make a loud noise when it comes on. This is because it may have a leak somewhere in the system.
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The answer should seem obvious... you have a leak. It could be anywhere in the system, which is unfortunate for you. You'll probably need a tech to come and do a leak test on your system.
The filter may be too dirty and blocking air flow. It should be checked for cleanliness once a month. Also, there could be a leak in the system.
The two basic ways are: 1. charge the system with refrigerant containing a tracer dye, then use an ultraviolet lamp to find the dye at the leak point. 2. use an electronic leak detector, commonly called a 'sniffer' to find the leak. Pressures in an air conditioner can be dangerous. Working on the system requires specialized knowledge. Get some help from an experienced refrigeration tech.
Freon, or same, has likely leaked from the system. You need it recharged. Likely need to fix the leak. Call a professional.
A reputable HVAC service Co. will locate and repair the leak and recharge your system.
I need to find a meter that will do air leak detection. Where can I find this? Stores or online.
there is a leak in the compressor...