Air conditioners sometimes blow hot air rather than cold. If your AC system does, there’s a problem that needs fixing. Here are some possible reasons your AC system is blowing hot air into your Henderson, NV, home:
Ice On the Evaporator Coil
Ice forms on the evaporator coil for different reasons. One reason is low pressure in the air conditioner, which can occur because of a dirty air filter. The low pressure causes the refrigerant to incorrectly flow through the evaporator coil, leading to freezing. The ice interferes with the heat transfer, making the AC system blow air warmer than the temperature you set.
Clogged Condensate Line and/or Drain Pan
The condensate line and drain pan take water out of your AC system. If either of these components has a clog because of particulates in the water, the air conditioner won’t be able to remove the humidity from the air as effectively. That results in the AC system blowing warmer air.
Malfunctioning or Nonworking Compressor
Your air conditioner’s compressor circulates the refrigerant throughout the system. If it malfunctions or stops working, the refrigerant won’t enter the evaporator coil to perform the heat exchange. That leads to warm air coming out of your vents.
Duct Leaks
Leaky ducts will waste up to 40% of your system’s energy. They also cause a loss of pressure within the air conditioner, which can lead to ice forming on the evaporator coil, causing the same effect as a dirty air filter.
Refrigerant Leak
An AC system without refrigerant won’t be able to cool your home. Leaking refrigerant will also lead to ice buildup on the evaporator coil. With melting ice, water can leak from the AC system as the ambient temperature rises.
We’ve got the skills and experience to handle nearly any issue with your AC system. When you need air conditioning repairs, call Mr. Cool Heating & Air Conditioning for fast and friendly service.
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