High Heat is Just Around the Corner, is Your AC an Accident Waiting to Happen?

4/24/2019 (Permalink)

Pictured are two examples of condensation lines.

We have quickly moved out of the cold months into Spring. However, unless you are new to Sacramento, you know quite well that the heat of Summer doesn't wait it's turn.

HVAC condensation lines getting clogged is a very large cause of many early Summer water damage claims. While your HVAC unit, and electricity bill, get to rest in the short few weeks between cold and hot a blockage could easily form in your condensation line.

So here is what to do!

• Call an HVAC company to service your unit. This is probably the easiest and most efficient method, but unfortunately the most expensive.
• Check to make sure your primary condensation line, usually located near the ground outside the home in an area of high foot traffic, is slowly dripping water when your HVAC is on.
• If you primary line is not dripping check the secondary line, usually located somewhere like above a window or door as to be more noticeable when dripping.
• If the primary, or both lines, are not dripping while the unit is on, find a way to flush out or remove the potential blockage. The cleanout will usually be located close to the HVAC main unit. Make sure you thoroughly research how to properly clear your lines before attempting to!
• Check your HVAC unit overflow pan, make sure it has no holes or rust around it. If it is damaged you may need to have it replaced.

If you believe your HVAC has been leaking then call us ASAP.

SERVPRO of North Highlands / Rio Linda will come out and perform a free moisture inspection on your Sacramento property if you believe you may have had a potential accident. Hopefully we turn up nothing on our scope, if we do find something we will get you an estimate or begin communication with your insurance as soon as you need us to.

Concerned about your HVAC leaking, call 916-991-1522 today!