When your air conditioner is working 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 home. In contrast, a coolant leak is harmful to you and the environment. In either situation, fixing a leak will require professional air conditioning repair.

In most instances, you can prevent your air conditioner from leaking by scheduling annual air conditioning maintenance. During your appointment, an HVAC technician will closely inspect your system for problems and clean it. This service helps provide worry-free cooling and may even boost 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 byproduct of air conditioning. Your air conditioner has two systems, one outside and one inside. The indoor unit has an evaporator coil that cools warm air as it blows over it. Condensation forms as the air cools, drips into a drain pan and goes out of your house through a condensate drain line.

Due to the condensation process, having water leak is a common problem. We regularly get calls about an air conditioner leaking water inside or an air conditioner leaking water outside. Here’s why it happens:

Drain Line Is Plugged

Over time, mold can clog the condensate drain line. This can result in water backing up inside your home. Our I-Deal HVAC professionals can eliminate clogs and get water flowing again smoothly. Give us a call at 505-445-1250 for assistance.

Air Filter Needs to Be Changed

We recommend changing flat filters once a month and pleated filters every three months.

Replacing your air filter is crucial for:

  • Indoor air quality
  • Energy efficiency
  • Decreasing breakdowns
  • Extending your air conditioner’s life span

A dirty air filter can reduce airflow, make the coil extremely cold and cause it to freeze. As the coil defrosts, it can overwhelm the drain pan. 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 fix the issue, your drain pan may be rusty or have a broken condensate pump. Replacing your pan or pump requires a pro, so contact us at 505-445-1250 for assistance.

Why Does My AC Unit Leak Freon?

Your air conditioner uses coolant to transfer heat. If your air conditioner was installed before 2011, it likely 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 seems hotter or more humid than usual
  • Bubbling or hissing noises near the air conditioner
  • Sweet smell near the air conditioner
  • Frozen evaporator coil

Freon is hazardous to your health if handled improperly, so you’ll need an HVAC professional like I-Deal HVAC to fix an air conditioner coolant leak. In many situations, it may just be better to schedule air conditioning installation since Freon is costly. Manufacturing of this coolant was stopped in 2020 because of its damaging effects on the ozone layer. As a result, only reduced recycled quantities are available.

Rely on I-Deal HVAC for Fixing Your Air Conditioner Leaks

When it comes to air conditioning repair in Albuquerque, go with the company your neighbors and friends depend on. We’ve been known for our fast, friendly and reasonable services since year. Call us at 505-445-1250 to schedule your appointment now!