August Heat Waves: Why Your AC May Be Working Overtime
Air conditioner failures in Canton are far more likely during severe August heat than on an average summer day. Problems often increase when temperatures stay above 90 degrees for three or four days and remain unusually warm overnight. Green Energy AC Heating & Plumbing Repair sees this pattern each summer because prolonged heat places continuous stress on cooling equipment. A heat wave does more than extend operating time. As outdoor temperatures rise, refrigerant pressures increase, electrical current climbs, internal components become hotter, and the amount of useful cooling produced each minute decreases. The system has to work harder while delivering less cooling when the home needs maximum output. Canton's homes add another layer to the problem. Many properties near the town common were built in the nineteenth century and received central cooling much later, often with retrofit ductwork installed in limited spaces. Homes around Ponkapoag and the Blue Hills may have outdo...