Dirty AC Coils Could Be Causing Problems
Dirty AC coils aren't just bad for air quality, they can also restrict air flow within your air conditioning unit, making it difficult if not impossible to cool your home. It's best to stay on top of the issue by regularly checking the coils.
Check Your AC Coils
Air is pulled through the coil to cool off the compressor, and wherever there's moving air, there's dirt and dust sneaking in.
Over time, dirt will build up around the coil (if it's not cleaned frequently), which will block the cool air from flowing and your system will struggle to absorb humidity. As your system struggles to reach the temperature setpoint, you're left with a hot and sticky home.
How to check your AC coils
Look around the unit for a puddle or leaking water.
If you can, find the condensate drain associated with the air conditioning unit. The drain begins at the inside air conditioning unit and ends outside your home. Typically, it will be a white 3/4 inch PVC pipe. Once you've found it, look for a constant flow of water.
Take a look at the exterior of the condenser coil. If it's dirty, it would be difficult to see through the coil. In some cases, the dirt buildup may be to the point where it looks like a layer of felt material on the coil. A clean, healthy coil should be a shiny stainless steel color. If it's a dull, darker color, there's dirt or buildup on the coil that will need to be cleaned.
Not the issue? Here is a list of issues, depending on whether the air is too humid, or too hot.
What To Do If Your Furnace Coils Are Dirty
To clean your AC coils, your air conditioning professional will remove the access panel to the indoor coil and clean it with specialized commercial cleaners. This is usually done with a brush or compressed air, and it's a task best left to the experts.
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