One of the major functions of an AC system aside from cooling the home is removing moisture from the air in your home. Moisture will collect and drain out your home through pipes that are attached to your system.
First things first, identifying the AC SYSTEM'S drain line.
Drain lines are located by the evaporated coil.
Typically made from 3/4" PVC pipe with one or two vent openings.
Drain lines are typically capped but can be uncapped depending on your system setup.
Drain lines can either lead out of the home or into a bathroom drain.
Maintaining these AC drain lines are important to allow the AC system to work at its best throughout the hot summer days. Without the proper draining, some systems will shut down and stop cooling because there is nowhere for the water to go. Other systems that don't shut down will begin to leak into your home.
FEW TIPS THAT WILL HELP YOUR DRAIN LINES FROM CLOGGING:
CHANGING OUT YOUR FILTER
Tip 1: I know you hear this a lot but there is a reason that it's important. Filters help trap debris, dander, pet hair, and other pollutants that linger in the air. Many problems can be resolved by giving the system the proper airflow it needs to keep cooling the air in the home and removing pollutants from inside the home. Pets can be the cause for more dander and hair that can require you to change out your filter more often. (Filters can vary in size and type, so be sure that you are using the right type of filter for your system)
ROUTINE MONTHLY CLEANING
Tip 2: Using 1/4 cup of distilled white vinegar in the first vent leading out of the home will help reduce the build-up of algae and kill bacteria within your drain lines. Alternatives for this can be: less than a cup of hot water with or without a dab of soap.
CHECK YOUR DRAIN PAN AND OUTSIDE DRAIN LINES
Tip 3: During hot high humidity days, inspect your drain pan and lines to ensure that the system is draining correctly. Clogs can stop your system from operating and can cause a system to experience issues such as leaking in the home, not cooling, and freezing up throughout the day. Furnaces in the closet: will have a primary drain pan while furnaces in the attic: will have a secondary metal pan.
ROUTINELY SCHEDULE A PROFESSIONAL DRAIN FLUSH
Tip 4: Catching the issue before it becomes a problem is always best. Most companies including AIRZONE provide services that maintain your system. With the use of drain tools, they will be able to remove built-up debris in your drain lines and address it with preventative additives to help keep the drain lines cleaner longer.
When weather conditions such as rainy days followed by hot days bring high humidity to the region. A clean drain line is needed to ensure that moisture has somewhere to go. AIRZONE provides maintenance services to ensure that the system continues to provide your home with cool air during these times.
To ensure that your system is running efficiently tune-ups are valuable services for your system. Checking for leaks and refrigerant levels will ensure your heating and cooling is running at peak performance when it matters most. At Air Zone Heating and Air Conditioning LLC, we offer quality HVAC service performed by an experienced staff of trained technicians at competitive prices. Offering great deals on installations, repairs, estimates, and maintenance service for central Air Conditioners and Heaters of all brands and models.
Ask us about our AC maintenance plans which provide low-cost seasonal tune-ups to ensure your Air Conditioner is performing at the absolute best. Located in Buda, Texas and servicing all Kyle, Austin, San Marcos, Wimberley, Dripping Springs, and surrounding Texas Areas. We look forward to the opportunity to provide great quality Air Conditioner and Heating services. Contact us online at www.airzoneservices.com or call us at 512-917-0384 for further assistance.