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Posted on February 23, 2016 by

Spring Into Home Maintenance: Why Do A/C Units Freeze?

It may sound strange to think that the A/C unit of your Manchester home would freeze on a hot day. But it can happen. Fortunately, if you take care of a few warning signs and keep your unit in proper working order, you can avoid having your unit freeze on you during the heat of the summer. Learning why units freeze is your first line of defense to make sure your family stays cool all summer.

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Many people are guilty of only thinking about their A/C unit when the temperatures start to rise and they turn the unit on for the first time of the season. However, paying a little attention to the unit prior to the blazing days of summer can prevent it from freezing. An A/C repair specialist can regularly tune-up your unit and make sure that the air flow is proper.

Refrigerant is Low

A/C units commonly freeze when the refrigerant level is low. The refrigerant is a chemical used in the cooling mechanism. Having an A/C repair person check your levels of refrigerant could save the unit from freezing during the heat of the summer.

Drainage Concerns

When cooling, A/C units condense water vapor into a liquid that should properly drain outside. When coils freeze, the ice blocks the hole for draining. The unit will continue to "run" but will not cool the home properly, leading to expensive repairs.

Improper Airflow

A/C units must have proper airflow to work well and keep coils warm. Warm air in the home actually keeps the temperature of the coils above freezing. Without proper airflow, the coils can easily freeze. Making sure filters are properly maintained is one way to address the flow of air.

Indeed, properly maintaining your Manchester A/C unit can prevent it from freezing during the peak of the summer when it is needed most. Making sure drainage concerns are addressed, refrigerant levels are maintained and airflow is sufficient can save many headaches.

For quality services in your Manchester, NH home, call Skovron Mechanical Services, LLC at (603) 674-9885 to address all of your A/C and cooling needs!