Why is the air conditioner dripping inside?
To understand why your air conditioner is leaking inside, we must explain some of the main functions of its system. The most common type for installation in homes is composed of two bodies. Such air conditioners are also called split systems.
The indoor unit has a heat exchanger to transfer warm and cold air. As you turn on the air conditioner, the component fills with gas under low pressure. It allows cooling of the air. The gas turns into water due to the condensation as it cools inside the heat exchanger.
The drain in the indoor unit collects the liquid, which then passes through a pipe connecting it to the outdoor body. Under normal conditions, the water drains without dripping. In some cases of failure, it starts to leak in the room.
There are several possible reasons why an air conditioner may leak. If the filter is dirty, moisture can accumulate. That leads to water dripping from the device. Another possible cause is a clogged drain. If the pipe is blocked, the water backs up and starts dripping from the air conditioner.
As you may know, the tray collects the liquid from the condensate. If this part of the air conditioner is damaged, cracked, or not leveled, it may cause a dripping. Another possibility is a refrigerant leak. It leads to an accumulation of ice in the unit.
When the frozen liquid melts, water starts dripping from the air conditioner. Among the causes of leakage from the indoor unit is a problem with the evaporator. Contact our Sos-assistance professionals to check if your air conditioner works correctly.
We provide immediate care and repair for split systems and other household appliances. What to do if your device is dripping inside:
Call our associate |
Determine the cause |
Schedule a service |