There are several reasons why your A/C unit might freeze up, but most of them have to do with airflow and cleanliness. Because your A/C unit deals with condensation to help create a cooler and more comfortable atmosphere, the A/C can also become frozen. For better or worse, the most common reason is due to the refrigerant R22, which has different properties at different pressures. When water condenses on the coils like it’s supposed to if R22 is low, it could cause the condensation to freeze. The ice that forms blocks the air flow and the R22 may evaporate faster. Even if the issue clears up on its own, your A/C won’t be pushing cold air anymore.
The A/C unit pulls in warm air from your home and converts it to cooler air. The removal of the warm air creates a vacuum, which pulls the cold air from the unit and into the house. The hot air going into the unit also helps prevent the moisture on the coils from freezing. If there isn’t enough hot air coming into the unit, the coils could freeze.
Dirt, debris, and blockages could all cause air conditioner problems
Dirt is a great insulator. That doesn’t mean you want it anywhere near, or inside, your A/C unit. When dirt collects on the coils, they cannot absorb the water. The water freezes and creates ice, which impedes the airflow for the A/C.
A busted blower fan could cause your A/C unit to freeze
A blower fan keeps the air moving through your unit. When it becomes damaged or broken, it cannot do the job it was designed to do. Condensation builds up on the coil and you get ice. This is an all too common air conditioner problem, but it is fixable if you call the professionals from Comfort Solutions!
Comfort Solutions - fixing air conditioner problems in metro Atlanta since 2009
At Comfort Solutions, we’ve been providing people with solutions for their A/C problems for almost a decade! Our technicians are highly qualified and experienced professionals who enjoy solving the problems that an A/C system may experience while providing our customers with the best in service. When you do, you not only get a great price for service, you get the type of service you deserve. If your A/C is freezing up or you’re having other problems, contact us so that we can set an appointment and help you keep your cool. We look forward to making sure your unit is up and running as quickly as possible.