AC Tip: The Importance of the Condensate Drain Line

You've probably seen us talk about the condensate drain line on this blog before. It is an important part of any air conditioning system, and one that can potentially lead to serious operational problems if not kept in great working condition.

You've probably seen us talk about the condensate drain line on this blog before. It is an important part of any air conditioning system, and one that can potentially lead to serious operational problems if not kept in great working condition. That is why it is so important that you have an understanding of the trouble that it can lead to. Maintaining a condensate drain line is not complex. You don't need to be a professional to ensure that the drain line is free of clogs and debris. Read on to learn more about the adverse effects of a backed up drain line, and contact us with any questions that you may have.

Water Damage and Icing

We won't talk too much about the damage that backed up condensate can cause in your home, as we've discussed it before. If the drain line backs up, it can cause water to pool around your AC. That can lead to staining, wood rot, and may even promote the growth and proliferation of biological pollutants. One issue that we have not touched upon, though, is the fact that backed up condensation can actually lead to ice developing on your home cooling system. When that happens, a downward spiral of sorts can be put into effect. How does the condensate ice up, though? When our hot and humid air hits the evaporator coil in our AC systems, heat and moisture is removed from the air before it is redistributed throughout the living space. This is the foundation of the cooling process. However, if the condensation removed from the air does not drain outdoors, instead backing up, the coil can cause it to freeze. This will then wind up blocking the drain line even more severely, and the problem will continue to grow.

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