Contrary to what you might assume, your air conditioner can develop problems with ice even on the hottest of summer days. AC icing isn’t just a problem here in Buffalo in January. It can also do damage to your unit in July.
Has the air conditioner coil in your home developed an ice buildup problem? If so, you should take immediate steps to resolve the issue as it can damage your air conditioner. In this blog, we’ll share some of the possible causes of your AC icing problem and the steps you can take to deal with it.
1. Low refrigerant level
The refrigerant inside the air conditioner collects the heat inside the home and moves it outside. Over time, the refrigerant leaks due to the normal wear-and-tear on your system caused by it vibrating. This results in improper cooling.
In some cases, however, low refrigerant levels also cause the air conditioner to develop an AC icing problem.
Due to low refrigerant levels, the air conditioner coil gets too cold. It condensates, and the super cold temperatures causes this condensation to freeze. This results in the buildup of ice on the coils. The ice buildup issue can develop quickly due to dirty coils or high humidity levels—which cause more condensation than normal.
Solution: You should call the air conditioner technicians at Reimer to resolve your low refrigerant level problem. As part of an AC repair, we’ll check the refrigerant and top it off, if required. In combination with other work, this may solve your AC icing problem.
2. Insufficient airflow
Another reason for an icing problem in the air conditioner is a lack of airflow. Air conditioners are designed to cool the air by taking heat from it. In the case of improper airflow, the heat exchange will not take place. The refrigerant that removes heat from the air will become cool, causing an icing problem.
Solution: Insufficient airflow may be caused due to a dirty air filter, evaporator coil, or fins. Also, the airflow can become restricted due to a faulty fan or blower inside the air conditioner. Our professional air conditioner technicians will inspect the unit and perform the necessary repairs to resolve the issue.
3. Low outdoor temperature
Low outdoor temperature can also result in icing problems. AC icing problems develop when the outside temperature goes below 62 ℉ (or 16 ℉).
Solution: You should run the air conditioner on fan mode when the outside temperature drops. Also, you can use a fan or open the windows to ventilate the room.
Call Reimer for help dealing with AC icing problems
Icing problems should not be taken lightly. If your air conditioner develops an icing issue, it’s important to take instant steps to resolve the issue. Keep in mind that most icing problems can easily be resolved. However, if left untreated, the problem can lead to major problems that require costly repairs.
At the first sign of icing, call the professionals at Reimer Home Services.
