AC Water Leak: What to Do When Your Air Conditioner is Leaking Water

9/20/2021 (Permalink)

Contact the professionals at SERVPRO when you have water damage from a leaking air conditioning unit!

An air conditioner leak can be a serious problem because it means that your ac unit is no longer working properly and can result in major damages to your home.

The professionals at SERVPRO of East Dayton/Beavercreek have seen all types of property water damage caused by numerous sources. However, one of the most common water damage calls we receive is from an air conditioner leaking water.

If you're reading this blog post, chances are your ac unit is currently leaking water, and you need help navigating the situation. If this is the case, you need to address the water damage issue immediately before mold starts to grow!

Early signs of an air conditioner leak

Most commonly, property owners do not notice an ac leak until there is apparent water damage. However, before water damage occurs, you may be able to catch the leak early on by paying attention to your energy bills because a leaking ac unit will likely lead to high energy bills. Another early indication of an air conditioner leak will be the visibility of mold growth throughout a property. If you notice either one of these two signs, then you should contact HVAC professionals to come and inspect your property's air conditioning unit for leaks.

Why does an air conditioner leak?

A property may have an air conditioner leak because of either ac system malfunction or an ac unit installation failure.

Common air condition malfunctions include:

• A clogged condensate drain line: A clogged condensate drain line is the most common reason for an ac leak. A clogged condensate drain line can occur when dust, dirt, or mold causes a clog. The only way to fix a clogged condensate drain line will be to unclog it with a special vacuum.
• A damaged drain pan: After a certain amount of time, an air conditioner's drain pan will damage and no longer catch water. The best way to fix a damaged air conditioner drain pan will be to replace it with a new one.
• A broken condensate pump: A condensate pump is a type of pump that pumps water from air conditioning units to the outside. The best way to fix a broken condensate pump will be to replace it with a new one.
• A dirty air filter: Dirty air filters will prevent airflow to the air conditioner's evaporator coil. After some time, the evaporator coil will freeze and unfreeze and cause excess water to leak from the ac unit. Regularly changing the air filter is the best way to prevent an evaporator coil from freezing over.

What to do when the air conditioner is leaking water?

You will need to act fast at the first sign of an air conditioner leaking water to prevent severe damages from occurring. The professionals at SERVPRO of East Dayton/Beavercreek put together the following mitigation steps to reduce the property damages.

Steps to mitigate an air conditioner leak 

1. Turn off the thermostat to prevent further water from leaking
2. Contact your property insurance company to start a claim
3. Contact a reliable HVAC company for ac repairs
4. Contact a reliable water restoration to clean up and restore the damages

Wrapping up

We hope you enjoyed learning about the most common reasons why an air conditioner leaks water and the steps to mitigate the damages. 

Many property owners throughout the Dayton metropolitan area have chosen to rely on the professionals at SERVPRO of East Dayton/ Beavercreek for water damage restoration services. SERVPRO of East Dayton/ Beavercreek is the first choice because we are a locally-owned company that has been dedicated to helping restore homes and businesses to their pre-water damage conditions since 1967.

When you choose to contact our professionals for water damage services, we will bring years of experience along with certifications to ensure that your water damage is mitigated quickly and professionally.

Please contact us today for more information on our water damage services or to schedule an appointment.