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Six years old is not bad for an a/c system. Start by making sure your filter is clean. A dirty air filter can block air flow. Check and/or change the filter out every month. It is possible that there is a leak, in which case freon may have to be added to the system after the leak is repaired.

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Q: Is freon ever needed to add to ca units if your system is 6 years old and in the past couple of days the air coming out of the vents is not as cold as it used to be?
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