Ice on your air conditioner might seem like a sign it’s working hard, but it’s actually a problem that needs prompt attention. Here are the two most common causes.
Dirty Air Filter
A clogged filter restricts airflow over the evaporator coil, causing it to drop below its normal operating temperature. The condensation your system removes from the air then freezes on the coil. That ice acts as insulation, further blocking heat absorption and making the problem worse. In many cases, replacing the air filter is all it takes to resolve this.
Refrigerant Leak
A refrigerant leak compromises the heat absorption process in the evaporator coil, causing the same freezing effect as restricted airflow. This is the more serious of the two causes and requires professional repair. If a new filter doesn’t resolve the ice buildup, a refrigerant leak is the likely culprit.
Contact Fresh Air Cooling and Heating today for quick and reliable air conditioning repairs in Sugar Land, TX.
