Upon returning home from a long day at work, you want to relax. The constant drip of water interrupts your relaxation. You don't want your home to look ugly with Split AC water leakage. There are a lot of things you can do to contain this problem, so first and foremost, make sure you get a Home care need unit professionally maintained. It is a common problem and you are not the only one who is suffering from it. Keep checking your unit for any apparent problems once the servicing is completed.

What To Do If Your Split Air Conditioner Indoor Unit Is Dripping Water

Don't be alarmed if the Split AC water leakage. It can be easily fixed by you or by a professional technician. However, before you do anything, disconnect the unit and dry any wet areas caused by dripping water. Considering the possibility of opening the indoor unit and tackling the problem on your own is also an important factor to consider. If you have any doubts, you should hire professionals to handle it. In case you are sure, here are a few things you can do to resolve the issue:

• Clogging of the condensation drain line – Dirt, sludge, debris, mold, algae, and fungi can accumulate in the drain line, causing it to clog, causing the water from condensation to overflow, spilling into your home.

The Solution – To fix this problem, you will need a vacuum with a hose attachment, a bucket and a screwdriver. Remove the filters from the front panel. After removing the front panel, locate the pipe that drains the water. Disconnect this pipe and collect the excess water inside it. Then, with the vacuum cleaner, suction out the blockage. After that, pour vinegar or chlorine bleach into the drain pipes to kill bacteria and fungi.

• The drain line is disconnected – When the drain line is disconnected, the drip pan cannot be emptied and overflows causing water leaks.

            The Fix – If the pipe keeps disconnecting easily, you may need to replace it altogether to avoid future occurrences of the problem. The solution is simple. You only have to connect the drain pipe to the drain pan.

• Cracks or holes in the drain pan – When the drain pan develops cracks or holes as a result of corrosion or rusting, water may leak into the indoor unit.

            How To Fix – To fix cracks or holes in a drain pan, you need a vacuum cleaner to suction out the standing water, a flashlight, and epoxy glue. Use a wet vacuum cleaner to remove all the water in the drain pan. When the drain pan is empty, shine your flashlight through it to detect leaks. Use epoxy glue to close all the leaks. Replace the entire drain pan if there are too many cracks.

• Air filters that are dirty – A dirty air filter might seem insignificant, but it can cause evaporator coils to freeze due to an inadequate flow of air.

How To Fix – All you need to do is clean the dirty air filters with a brush and water. Alternatively, you can change them every four to six weeks during the peak of the season.

• The freezing of evaporator coils is also caused by low refrigerant levels – In addition, low refrigerant levels can cause the evaporator coils to freeze, resulting in water dripping from the indoor unit of a split air conditioner.

How To Fix – A refrigerant leak is one issue best handled by Home Care Need professionals, since they have to locate the source, seal it, and adjust the level to meet the needs of the customer. Because this is such a critical part of how an AC works, there is no room for error. Don't experiment, since you aren't familiar with such technicalities. Give us a call to find out more.

• A faulty installation – There are times when we err. For all that matters, the AC installation may not be right. Someone may have made a mistake while installing, causing water to drip from the split AC.

How To Fix – The only way to know if it is a leaking installation issue is to call an Home Care Need expert. They can help you figure it out and fix it. This is something you cannot do on your own.

• The condensation pump may be faulty – A faulty condensation pump can also cause dripping of water inside the AC indoor unit. This is something you cannot check on your own.

            How To Fix – You should contact an Home Care Need expert to handle this issue correctly. Do not try to troubleshoot the problem yourself with your limited knowledge in this field. For all you know, you may end up making matters worse.