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The AC in my apartment in Jumeirah Village Circle has been making a weird grinding noise for the last three days and it's just not cooling the villa properly. My DEWA bill last month was also way higher than usual. I'm worried it's going to break completely right as the summer heat is starting to peak. How urgent is it that I get a certified HVAC technician to look at it versus just calling a general handyman?
Posted by Manoj Saxena
Asked on March 26, 2026 3:51 am
Based on the symptoms you've described – the grinding noise, reduced cooling efficiency, and a significant spike in your DEWA bill – this is an urgent situation that requires immediate attention from a certified HVAC technician, not a general handyman.

The grinding noise is a critical red flag. In the extreme UAE climate, this often indicates a serious mechanical failure within the compressor or the fan motor bearings. A handyman might temporarily stop the noise, but they lack the certification and equipment to properly evacuate the refrigerant (as required by UAE regulations) and diagnose the root cause. Continuing to run the unit in this state risks a catastrophic compressor burnout, which is a very costly replacement, especially during the summer peak.

The high DEWA bill directly results from the struggling system working overtime to achieve the set temperature, consuming excessive electricity. A certified technician will perform a comprehensive inspection, including electrical load checks and refrigerant pressure diagnostics, to restore efficiency and prevent further financial waste.

For a villa in JVC, given the current 45°C+ temperatures, a complete breakdown is imminent. Do not delay. You need a specialist who can provide a proper diagnosis and EPA-certified handling of refrigerants.

Call our certified HVAC team immediately at 800-MOLDS (800-66537) for a professional inspection and to prevent a total system failure.
Posted by Sani Admin
Answered on March 27, 2026 5:49 am