When your air conditioner is running properly, your house will be cool and dry. A leaking air conditioner is frustrating but isn’t necessarily dangerous. It depends on whether it’s leaking water or refrigerant.
Water leaking from your air conditioner isn’t dangerous but can cause a lot of damage to your house. In contrast, a coolant leak is dangerous for you and the environment. In either case, fixing a leak will require professional air conditioning repair.
In most cases, you can prevent your air conditioner from leaking by requesting annual air conditioning maintenance. During your appointment, an HVAC tech will closely examine your system for problems and clean it. This service helps ensure worry-free cooling and might even improve energy efficiency.
Find out why your air conditioner is leaking and how you can prevent it from happening in the future.
Why Won’t My Air Conditioning Stop Leaking Water?
Water is a natural result of the cooling process. Your air conditioner has two systems, one outside and one inside. The indoor unit has an evaporator coil that cools warm air as it moves over it. Condensation forms as the air cools, flows into a drain pan and goes out of your home through a condensate drain line.
Because of the condensation process, having water back up is a common problem. We regularly receive calls about an air conditioner leaking water inside or an air conditioner leaking water outside. Here’s why it happens:
Drain Line Is Clogged
Over time, mold can block the condensate drain line. This can lead to water backing up inside your home. Our Giordanos Heating and Air Conditioning professionals can break up clogs and get water flowing again smoothly. Reach us at 203-772-8319 for assistance.
Air Filter Is Dirty
We recommend changing flat filters monthly and pleated filters every three months.
Replacing your air filter is critical for:
- Indoor air quality
- Energy efficiency
- Decreasing breakdowns
- Extending your air conditioner’s life span
A dirty air filter can restrict airflow, make the coil very cold and cause it to freeze. As the coil melts, it can make the drain pan overflow. We recommend checking your air filter if you haven’t replaced it lately and your air conditioner is leaking water indoors.
If this doesn’t resolve the problem, your drain pan might be rusty or have a broken condensate pump. Replacing your pan or pump requires a pro, so contact us at 203-772-8319 for assistance.
Why Is the Air Conditioning Leaking Freon?
Your air conditioner needs coolant to move heat. If your air conditioner was installed before 2011, it probably has R-22 Freon. Over time, chemicals in Freon can eat through metal and create leaks.
It’s important to know about air conditioner Freon leak symptoms in case your system has one. They include:
- Air that feels hotter or more humid than usual
- Bubbling or hissing sounds near the air conditioner
- Sweet smell by the air conditioner
- Frozen evaporator coil
Freon is hazardous to your health if handled improperly, so you’ll want an HVAC pro like Giordanos Heating and Air Conditioning to fix an air conditioner coolant leak. In most instances, it might just be better to schedule air conditioning installation since Freon is costly. Manufacturing of this coolant was halted in 2020 because of its damaging effects on the ozone layer. As a result, only limited recycled quantities are available.
Rely on Giordanos Heating and Air Conditioning to Repair Your Leaky Air Conditioner
When it comes to air conditioning repair in Derby, turn to the company your neighbors and friends trust. We’ve been known for our fast, friendly and affordable services since {year}. Contact us at 203-772-8319 to request your appointment today!