Almost all homes rely on air conditioning during the summer months. Many people in Las Vegas, NV, complain about a phenomenon where their air conditioners freeze up. Here are some of the reasons your air conditioner freezes up:
Blocked Airflow
Damaged air ducts or obstructed air filters prevent efficient airflow over the evaporator coils. With restricted airflow, moisture accumulates, causing condensation on the coils. If not addressed promptly, this can result in a frozen air conditioner.
Refrigerant Leaks
Refrigerant leaks cause air conditioners to freeze up, and this impacts the system’s ability to cool. The refrigerant is an essential component of the cooling process within the air conditioning system. A refrigerant leak causes the air conditioner to overwork as it struggles to provide the cooling needed to maintain comfortable temperatures.
The excess strain on the AC system causes it to freeze up and results in a host of problems. Identifying and fixing any refrigerant leaks as soon as a professional discovers them mitigates the potential for frozen air conditioners and prolongs the life of your system.
Clogged Drain Line
The condensate drain line removes moisture from the air conditioning system. As warm air passes through the evaporator coil, it cools down and condenses into liquid form.
The condensate drain line safely removes this liquid from the system, preventing excess moisture and ice buildup. If this drain becomes clogged, the liquid is no longer removed and will begin to accumulate around the evaporator coil. It turns into ice and restricts or completely blocks airflow within the system, resulting in a freeze-up.
Don’t suffer during the hottest months of the year. Prepare yourself for the summer by contracting a reputable company to service your AC system. Contact Aloha Air Conditioning today to repair your air conditioner issue and to schedule maintenance for your AC system.
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