High humidity and high temperatures can make commuting in non-air conditioned cars absolutely unbearable! This is why every summer people pay too much to get their car air conditioning repaired. They take the first quote at the first repair shop they go to just to get relief from the heat and the hassle.
In fact, it’s been said that air conditioning is one of the most overcharged auto repairs of all. Unethical shops may charge $1000 or more rather than a fair price for the work needed, so it’s important to get an accurate estimate. Also, air conditioning repair is a specialized area and requires a qualified, licensed mechanic. www.honestautoestimates.com makes sure you get the right air conditioning mechanic at the right price so you literally don’t lose your cool!
If the repair involves opening the air-conditioning system for ANY reason, make sure they replace the orifice tube (or expansion valve on some cars) and the receiver/dryer, or you will be visiting the repair shop again.
Why?
If the open the system, outside air will get in. The dryer removes moisture. It can only do so much. The orifice tube if a very fine tube and it will be affected by moisture in the air, it’s cheap, just have it done.