Water dripping from your ductless mini-split isn’t an ordinary thing and should prompt further investigation. If your ductless AC system is leaking water into your Pineville, NC, home, review some of these common causes and call us for repairs:
Blocked Condensate Drain Line
The condensate drain line carries water out of your system to prevent damage to electrical components. If this line clogs, water may not be able to move through and can leak out into your home. Our service technicians inspect and clear this line during annual maintenance to prevent this problem from developing.
Damaged Drain Pan
Before traveling through the drain line, condensation collects in the drain pan that sits inside your ductless AC system. Damage or cracks in this pan can allow water to spill out before it reaches the drain line and leak out of the system.
Frozen Coils
Dirty air filters and coils and a low refrigerant level can cause your coils to freeze. When they thaw, water may drip off of them. If you spot water leaking from your ductless AC system, look for signs of ice inside.
Refrigerant Leak
When you see liquid dripping from your ductless air conditioner, you may automatically assume that it’s water. However, refrigerant may look similar to water as it drips from your system. A refrigerant leak may mean that your system cannot make cold air and can be hazardous to personal health and the environment.
If you spot moisture dripping from your ductless air conditioner, it’s important to find out the source quickly to avoid damage and improper operation. When you need ductless mini-split repairs in your Pineville, NC, home, call our trusted service technicians at Bradham Comfort Services. We’ll find the problem, make repairs, and restore safe operating conditions for your ductless system and comfort to your home.
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