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Air Handler Repair – No Cooling Issue The Problem

A homeowner reached out to us in frustration after their HVAC system suddenly stopped cooling. The air coming from the vents was barely noticeable, and the temperature inside the house kept rising. They also noticed some moisture collecting around the air handler — a clear warning sign that something deeper was going on.

What We Discovered

Our technician opened the air handler cabinet and immediately found several issues working against the system:

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Evaporator coil was completely clogged with dust and debris
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Blower section was coated with dirt, restricting airflow

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Drain line was partially blocked, causing water to back up
Professional technician performing heating repairs on an HVAC system in a home setting, emphasizing reliable service and comfort restoration in Sterling, VA.
Loose electrical connections created intermittent cooling
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Air filter was extremely dirty, putting extra load on the system
It wasn’t just one problem — the system was struggling on multiple fronts.

Service you can trust.

We have over 22 years of experience with home air conditioner repairs in Air 1 Mechanical System.

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Our Comprehensive Maintenance Plan: What We Check

Your membership includes two comprehensive visits per year—one for the cooling season and one for the heating season—to keep your systems in top shape.

Our Repair Process

To bring the unit back to life, we performed a full-service repair:

The Result

Within minutes of restarting the system, the difference was dramatic:
The homeowner immediately felt the improvement — both in comfort and system efficiency.

Our Recommendation

We advised the customer to replace filters regularly and schedule annual maintenance to prevent coil blockage and airflow issues in the future.

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