Ductless mini-split systems should have a series of mechanisms in place to prevent water from dripping out of them. Therefore, any leaks that do happen clearly point to trouble. Here are a few reasons why the ductless system in your Gulf Breeze, FL home may start leaking water.
Dirty Filters
A ductless mini-split system uses a set of indoor air handler units, each one of which has its own air filters. If these filters become excessively dirty, they can hinder the flow of additional air, causing the condensation that has accumulated on or around that unit’s coils to freeze. Once that ice defrosts again, the resulting water may drip out of the unit.
To prevent this from happening, make sure that the filters in each air handler unit remain clean. We recommend cleaning each unit’s filters about once every two weeks.
Cracked Drain Pan
Each air handler unit has its own drain pan whose purpose is to gather up all of the condensation dripping from the unit. If the pan incurs any damage from corrosion, blunt force or any other source, some of the water that moves into it may drip out and get onto your floor.
You should ask HVAC technicians to repair your pan, which they can do as part of maintenance services. To keep your system in proper shape, you should schedule maintenance either once or twice per year.
Clogged Drain Line
If debris clogs your mini-split system’s drain line, the consequences can result in costly repairs to your home from water damage. After condensate accumulates in your system’s drain pan, it should flow into your drain line and leave your home. Blockages in the line will prevent this from happening, which means that water may collect in the pan and eventually overflow it, spilling onto your floors.
To tackle the deep issues that are probably causing your HVAC system to leak water, you’ll need professional help. Call Lunsford Air Conditioning & Heating to enjoy the best ductless mini-split services around Gulf Breeze, FL.
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