Have you turned your AC on to find that it doesn’t work and that there is ice on it? There can be a couple different reasons your air conditioner freezes up. Air conditioners need the air flow to keep the cold coil warm. Warm air is need in the unit to make the coil stay cold and above freezing. If the coil doesn’t have the warm air flow, then it is prone to freezing up. The condensed water is then not drained.
If your filter is dirty then the air flow to the unit is restricted. Check the filter and make sure it is free of debris and clean. You should be changing your filter every month. Check the registers in the home to make sure they are open also. Being low on refrigerant can cause your air conditioner to freeze up. When refrigerant is low, it can cause a pressure drop in the coil and that allows moisture in the air to freeze and accumulate on the coil. When the temperature drops low at night it makes the air conditioner struggle. When it is going to be 60 or below outside, turn the air conditioner off. If your blower motor is not functioning correctly, the air flow is reduced and freeze up occurs. Fix the blower as soon as you can because it may cause you to blow the compressor which is very expensive. If your coil is dirty and the air is not hitting it the way it should, you will face a freeze up. Make sure you get your annual clean and checks each spring to make sure its clean and in top shape for the summer to come. Bartlett Heating and Air has your air conditioner clean and check for $59. Make sure the fan inside is actually running. If it is not running correctly, the coil can freeze up. Your ducts being damaged can lead to reduced air flow when they are damaged, dirty, or installed improperly. Bartlett Heating and Air can inspect and fix your ducts. When your air conditioner freezes up, it blocks the drain but keeps running so the condensed water has no where to go. That can lead to a leak. If your air conditioner is frozen and you see ice, turn it off right away! By continuing to run it, you can further damaged it. Call Bartlett Heating and Air to find and fix your air conditioner freeze up issue.
