US EditionHVAC Companies Swamped as A/C Units Are Breaking at the Wrong Time
SOUTH CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA, CONNECTICUT, GREATER CINCINNATI, JUN 24 – HVAC contractors face delays due to refrigerant shortages and increased breakdowns as over 825 emergency calls come in during the hottest week of the year, experts say.
- Connecticut is experiencing its first heat wave of 2025, prompting HVAC companies to handle an unprecedented volume of AC service calls across the region.
- The surge in demand results from prolonged high and elevated overnight temperatures that strain older AC units, many over 15 years old and lacking regular maintenance.
- Technicians report receiving hundreds of calls daily—Absolute Comfort and Son LLC alone handled about 50 emergency calls on Monday morning—while refrigerant regulations and limited staffing delay repairs.
- Experts advise seasonal maintenance including filter changes every 30 days, keeping doors and windows sealed and shaded, raising thermostat settings slightly, and avoiding fully turning off the AC during hot days.
- The heat wave underscores the need for timely professional servicing, as repairs can take a full day and proactive scheduling reduces breakdown risks and protects equipment longevity.
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