{"id":11690,"date":"2022-11-09T04:19:39","date_gmt":"2022-11-09T10:19:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/?p=11690"},"modified":"2022-11-10T15:43:12","modified_gmt":"2022-11-10T21:43:12","slug":"what-is-an-ac-hard-start","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/what-is-an-ac-hard-start\/","title":{"rendered":"What is an AC &ldquo;Hard Start&rdquo;?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/what-is-an-ac-hard-start\/#AC_Hard_Start_%E2%80%93_What_Is_It\" >AC Hard Start \u2013 What Is It?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/what-is-an-ac-hard-start\/#Reasons_Why_Your_AC_May_Hard_Start\" >Reasons Why Your AC May Hard Start<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/what-is-an-ac-hard-start\/#Signs_of_an_AC_Hard_Start\" >Signs of an AC Hard Start<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/what-is-an-ac-hard-start\/#Is_AC_Hard_Starting_Bad_for_Your_Air_Conditioner\" >Is AC Hard Starting Bad for Your Air Conditioner?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/what-is-an-ac-hard-start\/#Can_I_Do_a_DIY_Fix_for_AC_Hard_Starting\" >Can I Do a DIY Fix for AC Hard Starting?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/what-is-an-ac-hard-start\/#How_Galmiche_Sons_AC_Experts_Can_Help\" >How Galmiche &amp; Sons AC Experts Can Help<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>Is your air conditioner not working as it should? Or are you noticing that it has been having trouble starting up? In this article, we explain in depth one of the most common problems owners will experience with air conditioners \u2013 the AC hard start.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/what-is-an-ac-hard-start-1-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"What is an AC Hard Start\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-11735\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/what-is-an-ac-hard-start-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/what-is-an-ac-hard-start-1.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Read on to learn more about what causes AC hard starting and what you can do about it. If you are experiencing problems with your air conditioner in St. Louis and the surrounding areas, contact the experts at Galmiche &amp; Sons today to schedule your AC service appointment and learn more.<\/p>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"AC_Hard_Start_%E2%80%93_What_Is_It\"><\/span>AC Hard Start \u2013 What Is It?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>An AC hard start is any situation where you your air conditioner struggles to switch on or does not get switched on properly. This can also include if it does switch on, but the AC does not remain functional and switches off soon after. It may even take a few tries to get the AC to start working again and even then, you may notice that the cooling seems weak.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reasons_Why_Your_AC_May_Hard_Start\"><\/span>Reasons Why Your AC May Hard Start<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>AC hard starting can occur due to two main reasons:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>A damaged\/failed capacitor<\/strong>: The capacitor is a cylindrical component that is designed to help provide the AC with enough power for the AC to start up and stay on until switched off. It controls the operation of the AC motors, aiding in the starting and stopping of the AC. Sometimes, the capacitor can become worn out because of years of use and it ultimately doesn&rsquo;t work. Other times, voltage fluctuations can damage the capacitor, affecting its functioning. An overheated capacitor \u2013 which is common when the AC is on for long durations \u2013 can also lead to hard starting.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Problems with electrical wiring<\/strong>: Even if your capacitor is fine, any issues with your building&rsquo;s electrical wiring can result in an AC hard start. The damage in the electrical wiring can prevent the proper flow of current to the AC, resulting in faulty AC functioning. Usually, we notice electrical wiring issues due to bad weather or the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/prevent-bugs-coming-in-through-air-conditioner\/\">AC wires being chewed and damaged by pests<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Signs_of_an_AC_Hard_Start\"><\/span>Signs of an AC Hard Start<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The following are some common signs of a hard start that you should look out for when you switch on your air conditioner:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Your AC makes loud clicking or popping sounds when you try to switch it on.<\/li>\n<li>You notice that your AC short cycles \u2013 where the cooling down period gets progressively shorter and results in the compressor switching on and off rapidly.<\/li>\n<li>Your circuit breaker trips because of the short cycling or overload when the AC tries to turn on.<\/li>\n<li>You notice that your light flickers or your voltage is too low every time the AC switches on.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_AC_Hard_Starting_Bad_for_Your_Air_Conditioner\"><\/span>Is AC Hard Starting Bad for Your Air Conditioner?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/what-is-an-ac-hard-start-2-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"How to Fix AC Hard Start\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-11736\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/what-is-an-ac-hard-start-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/what-is-an-ac-hard-start-2.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Yes, a hard-starting air conditioner is a bad sign. First off, when an AC hard starts, it consumes a lot of electricity, as it tries to switch on and stay on. This can result in expensive electric bills each month.<br \/>\nSecond, your air conditioner itself may start to break down faster and become unsalvageable. A hard start is in itself an indication that something is wrong with an AC component. So, you may need to invest in a lot of repairs or even replace the AC altogether.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_Do_a_DIY_Fix_for_AC_Hard_Starting\"><\/span>Can I Do a DIY Fix for AC Hard Starting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your AC is experiencing a hard start, it recommended that you do not attempt to do any DIY fixes. This is mainly because of two reasons:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Most home\/office owners are untrained in fixing or replacing the AC capacitor. You may end up doing more harm than good to your AC.<\/li>\n<li>Since AC hard starting can occur due to electrical wiring problems, there is always a safety hazard when you are untrained in HVAC repairs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>As such, if you suspect any signs of AC hard start, calling an experienced local HVAC contractor is the smartest thing to do.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Galmiche_Sons_AC_Experts_Can_Help\"><\/span>How Galmiche &amp; Sons AC Experts Can Help<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>At Galmiche &amp; Sons, we have installed and repaired thousands of ACs in homes across St. Louis. We have tremendous experience in fixing AC hard starting as well as providing replacement if needed. Reach out to our team today if you notice any signs of hard starting.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is your air conditioner not working as it should? Or are you noticing that it has been having trouble starting up? In this article, we explain in depth one of the most common problems owners will experience with air conditioners \u2013 the AC hard start. Read on to learn more about what causes AC hard starting and what you can do about it. If you are experiencing problems with your air conditioner in St. Louis and the surrounding areas, contact &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/what-is-an-ac-hard-start\/\" class=\"more-link\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">What is an AC &ldquo;Hard Start&rdquo;?<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":11735,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mbp_gutenberg_autopost":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[15,42,5,22,38],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-11690","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-air-conditioner-repair","category-air-conditioner-troubleshooting","category-air-conditioners","category-diy-hvac-repair","category-heating-cooling-faqs"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>What is an AC Hard Start | St. Louis HVAC Tips<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Learn what an AC hard start means, common causes, and how to fix problems when your air conditioner is not operating properly.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/what-is-an-ac-hard-start\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"What is an AC Hard Start | St. Louis HVAC Tips\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Learn what an AC hard start means, common causes, and how to fix problems when your air conditioner is not operating properly.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/what-is-an-ac-hard-start\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"St. Louis HVAC Tips - Galmiche &amp; 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