Why Is My Air Conditioner Frozen?
Does your air conditioner have ice on it even though it is in the middle of summer? That is a tell tale sign that your A/C system is not functioning properly. There may be a plethora of items for concern when you see frost or ice around your current A/C system.
- Refrigerant Issues – The first thing that may be wrong with your unit is refrigerant issues. If refrigerant levels are low or if there is a leak, it can cause a drop in pressure in the evaporator coils. Moisture from the air will collect on the coil & then freeze.
- Restricted Air Flow – Another possible cause for the frozen air conditioner is insufficient air flow. Any time air flow is restricted, it can cause the evaporator coil to drop below freezing. Common issues that restrict air flow are dirty air filters, obstructed ducts or dirt on the evaporator coil. When any of these things are present on an A/C system, humidity in the air will collect and ice will build up.
Professional Air Conditioning Repair
If you are ever in a situation where ice is build up on your A/C unit, the first thing you should do is turn the system off. The air conditioner needs to defrost before any remedy is applied to it. Sometimes, the solution is as simple as replacing an air filter. Other times a professional’s help is needed. It is imperative to call an HVAC professional when an air conditioning system is not working properly. Trained HVAC technicians will have the proper tools and equipment to diagnose and fix the issue on the spot. You could be doing more harm than good to your HVAC system if you try to fix the issue yourself. The professionals at Amber Heating & Air Conditioning specialize in air conditioning repair to get the job done right.
