Lennox AC not cooling as it has in past... is it the..

[blitz99]

do AC units need recharging with freeon still? all seems to be working. fan is going, outlet pipe is cold and condensed, inlet is warm, motor is spinning :)
replaced filter as well... it just doesnt seem to get me under 74 right now when in the past it worked like a champ keeping me sub 70.

[BaldLoonie]

They need recharging if they have a leak. Otherwise, no. They do need cleaning, the outdoor coil especially. The surface may look clean but between the fins could be clogged.

[blitz99]

also, it may just be me but it doesnt seem to be blowing AS MUCH air as in the past... this could just be me though since i like it cold and it doesnt feel like COLD air.

[blitz99]

cleaning eh? :)

hmmm, hose that puppy down or take the black mesh off and clean?

[Black Adder]

If it is not moving as much air as it used to and nothing has changed regarding the ductwork or the units themselves, sounds like the coil needs a cleaning. Not really a DIY job. For the outdoor unit open it up and hose it out.

PS: Stay away from pressure washers, they do a mean job on condensor fins.