Getting Your AC Ready for a Georgia Summer
Before summer, replace the air filter, clear debris from around the outdoor unit, and test the system on a mild day so a problem shows up before the first heat wave. For repairs, hire a contractor licensed for conditioned air work by Georgia's State Construction Industry Licensing Board, and look the license up yourself.
What you can check yourself
- Replace or clean the air filter.
- Clear leaves, grass and debris from around the outdoor unit so air can move through it.
- Run the system on a mild day and listen for unusual noises; check that the air from the vents is noticeably cooler.
- Check that the condensate drain line is not blocked and that there is no water pooling around the indoor unit.
When to call a contractor
- The system runs but does not cool, cycles on and off, or trips the breaker.
- You see ice on the lines or the coil, or water leaking from the indoor unit.
- The system is due for professional maintenance, or the equipment is old and you want an assessment before it fails in the heat.
Check the license
Heating and air conditioning is "conditioned air" contracting, licensed by the State Construction Industry Licensing Board under Title 43, Chapter 14. Ask for the license number and look it up yourself before you hire.
Sources
- O.C.G.A. Title 43, Chapter 14 (conditioned air contractors)
- Georgia Secretary of State license lookup
Sources last checked September 29, 2026. This guide summarises Georgia law as published; it is not legal advice. For a decision that matters, ask the Georgia Secretary of State's licensing division or a lawyer.