Air conditioning installation and repair service in Spencerville Indiana — residential AC unit beside home

Air Conditioning Service

Professional air conditioning service from the team Northeast Indiana trusts. Serving Spencerville, Auburn, Garrett, and surrounding communities.

Indiana summers bring heat, humidity, and long stretches where your air conditioner is the only thing standing between you and misery. When temperatures climb into the 90s across DeKalb and Allen counties, a properly functioning AC system is not a luxury — it is a necessity for your family's comfort and health. At Graves Plumbing, Heating and A/C, we provide complete air conditioning services including new installations, repairs, seasonal tune-ups, and emergency service to keep homes cool throughout Spencerville, Auburn, Garrett, Waterloo, Butler, and the surrounding communities.

Whether you need a brand-new central air conditioning system, a replacement for aging equipment, or a repair to get your current system back online, our technicians have the training and experience to do the job right. We install high-efficiency units from GE Appliances and other leading manufacturers, properly sized to your home's cooling load. Proper sizing is critical — an oversized unit short-cycles, wastes energy, and fails to control humidity, while an undersized unit runs constantly without reaching your desired temperature. We get it right the first time.

Our AC tune-up service is the best way to prepare for summer and avoid breakdowns during peak heat. We clean your condenser and evaporator coils, check refrigerant levels, test capacitors and contactors, inspect electrical connections, clear the condensate drain, and verify that your entire system is operating within manufacturer specifications. A well-maintained air conditioner runs more efficiently, lasts longer, and is far less likely to fail on the hottest day of the year.

AC technician servicing outdoor condenser unit during annual cooling tune-up in Northeast Indiana

What We Offer

AC Installation & Replacement

From single-stage to variable-speed systems, we install energy-efficient air conditioners properly sized and configured for your home. Free in-home estimates with upfront pricing.

AC Repair & Diagnostics

Warm air, strange noises, short cycling, frozen coils — whatever the problem, we diagnose it accurately and fix it right. Same-day service available for most repairs.

Seasonal Cooling Tune-Ups

Our comprehensive AC tune-up includes coil cleaning, refrigerant check, capacitor testing, electrical inspection, and condensate drain clearing to keep your system running at peak efficiency.

Refrigerant Services

We check refrigerant levels and repair leaks using proper recovery and recharging procedures. If your system uses outdated R-22, we can discuss modern replacement options.

Thermostat Installation

Upgrade to a programmable or smart thermostat for better comfort control and energy savings. We install and configure thermostats from leading brands to work optimally with your cooling system.

Ductwork Inspection & Sealing

Leaky ductwork can waste 20-30% of your cooling energy. We inspect your ducts for leaks, damage, and poor connections, and seal them to maximize your system's efficiency.

Why Choose Graves

Beat the Heat Reliably

We understand what Indiana summers demand from your cooling system. Our installations and repairs are designed to deliver consistent, efficient cooling even during the most brutal heat waves.

Energy Efficiency Focus

Every service we perform is aimed at maximizing your system's efficiency. From proper refrigerant charging to clean coils and sealed ducts, we help you stay cool while keeping energy bills under control.

Community You Can Count On

We live and work in the same communities we serve. Our neighbors in Spencerville, Auburn, and Garrett know they can count on Graves for honest advice, quality work, and fair pricing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Signs of low refrigerant include warm air from the vents, ice forming on the refrigerant line or evaporator coil, the system running constantly without reaching the set temperature, and hissing or bubbling sounds near the indoor unit. Low refrigerant means there is a leak somewhere that needs to be found and repaired — simply recharging without fixing the leak is a temporary fix.

Check your filter monthly and replace it every 1-3 months depending on usage, pets, and household dust levels. During peak summer use, monthly replacement is often necessary. A clogged filter restricts airflow, reduces efficiency, and can cause the evaporator coil to freeze.

First, check the air filter and replace it if dirty. Check that all supply and return vents are open and unblocked. If the outdoor unit is running but the fan is not spinning, the capacitor may have failed. If basic checks do not resolve the issue, call us at (260) 927-6910 for a diagnostic visit.

The federal minimum is currently 14 SEER, but we typically recommend 16 SEER or higher for the best balance of upfront cost and long-term energy savings. Going from an old 10 SEER unit to a 16 SEER unit can cut your cooling costs by nearly 40%. We will help you evaluate which efficiency level makes the most financial sense for your situation.

Ready to Get Started?

Contact Graves Plumbing, Heating and A/C today for a free estimate or to schedule service.