5 Quick AC Fixes Before You Call the Pros — Cedar Creek Lake Area (2025)

Living around gorgeous Cedar Creek Lake means hot, humid summers for folks in Gun Barrel City, Seven Points, Mabank, Kemp, Eustace, Malakoff, and Tool. If your AC quits on a 100‑degree afternoon, try these five simple checks first—you might save the service call!

1. Check the Thermostat Batteries & Settings

Many digital thermostats shut the cooling off when batteries die. Pop in new AAs and double‑check you’re on Cool → Auto.

2. Inspect the Outdoor Disconnect Switch

Wind or lawn equipment can bump the safety switch beside the condenser. Pull the handle and re‑insert firmly. ⚠️ Caution: Turn off power at the breaker first.

3. Rinse the Condenser Fins

Minerals and cottonwood fluff trap heat. Hose the unit from top down for 60 seconds and let it drip dry. Do not use a pressure washer.

4. Replace a Clogged Filter

A $12 1‑inch pleated filter can block airflow in 30 days of lake dust and pet hair. Slide in a fresh one and wait 15 minutes—airflow may return.

5. Reset the Breaker

Cedar Creek Lake storms cause brief surges. Flip the HVAC breaker off for 30 seconds, then back on. Give the thermostat 5 minutes to signal cooling.

Still No Cool Air?

Call the local pros who live and work on the lake. We offer same‑day AC repair with fully stocked trucks across the entire shoreline community.

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Service Area Snapshot

Gun Barrel City • Seven Points • Mabank • Kemp • Eustace • Malakoff • Payne Springs • Enchanted Oaks • Caney City • Athens