It’s very common during Central Florida’s hot summer months for AC units to develop problems. They’re running nearly nonstop to accommodate comfortable indoor temperatures. The continuous AC usage wears down the unit, and one of the most common issues that occur are from water leakage. There can be several different reasons why your AC unit might be leaking water, and many of them can be prevented if your home has a maintenance plan. St. Cloud air conditioning company, All Temp, offers maintenance plans to avoid this issue in the future, and will explain why it could be leaking in the first place.
Drain Pan Overflow: All AC units have a drain line and drain pan. Over time, the drain line becomes blocked up with dirt, and the water that typically leaves the line goes back to the pan because it has nowhere else to go. In doing that, the pan will eventually overflow due to limited space in the pan.
Disconnected Drain Line: St. Cloud air conditioning company, All Temp, takes pride in their work and ensures everything is done right during all installations. Sadly, not all AC companies offer the same service and on occasion the fittings on PVC pipes aren’t correctly cemented causing them to possibly disconnect over time.
Old AC Filters: It’s important to replace AC filters as they collect dirt. If the filter isn’t replaced then airflow is blocked and freezing can begin, ultimately causing the water to leak as the ice melts.
Missing Components: Sometimes, AC units aren’t installed with all the proper elements to prevent it from leaking. Two common parts are the air vent and p-trap. P-traps are important because they let water flow from the unit. If this is prevented from happening, then air will be taken in through the drain causing the pan to fill with water until it overflows. The air vent is necessary because it’s installed after the p-trap and keeps the drain line from sagging and won’t allow water to get trapped in it.
Correct installation and constant maintenance are two of the best ways to prevent your AC unit from leaking water. That’s why All Temp offers great plans to maintain your St. Cloud air conditioning units. The expert technicians at All Temp know how to diagnose any problem and perform all the necessary procedures to keep your AC unit from failing. If your air conditioner is leaking, call us at 407-857-7800 and All Temp will have it fixed in no time.
