Have you observed white smoke coming from your air conditioner? You probably looked for burned or shorted wires in your air conditioner. However, you saw nothing amiss. So what could be the source of this white smoke?
White smoke in your air conditioner could be caused by one of two things. If you have any worries, you can quickly contact your Mesa AC repair experts.
The Heater Box Stores Excess Water
Excess water in the heater box is most likely causing the odorless, white vapor or smoke emanating from your air conditioner. It’s usually a symptom clogged drain holes that need cleaning. In addition, the steam or vapor collected during the condensation process could have escaped when the air contacted it.
If this is the case, discuss the matter with your HVAC contractor. Once they’ve determined that the smoke is caused by water accumulating in the drain hole, the only thing left to do is pump it out. As far as the homeowner is concerned, ensure the drainpipe is free of water or anything else that could obstruct good airflow.
Cold Air Contacts Warm Air
White smoke or fog can form when cold air collides with warm air. Water vapor and moisture are created when the unit’s temperature falls below its dew point. Then they condense as water droplets in the air, resulting in smoke or fog.
If the humidity in your home is higher than usual, the smoke will be even worse. The low fan speed and blocked air filters caused by debris might exacerbate the problem. When limited ventilation, cold can be exposed to damp air for extended periods, generating a bigger problem.
Here’s what you need to do:
- Keep Air Filters Clean.
- Increase the speed of your A/C fan to chill the air within your home quickly.
- Make an appointment to have your air conditioner inspected with Tempe AC maintenance.
Is White AC Smoke Odorless?
If the steam is odorless, you’re safe because it’s probably just a humidity or condensation problem. However, if it smells like burned wire from mechanical corrosion or something similar, you could be in serious trouble.
Where To Get Help With Tempe AC Repair
If something goes wrong with your air conditioner and you’re not sure what’s going on, the best thing you can do is contact Rescue One Air for help.
You can check out our customer reviews or browse through the Rescue One Air video library to see our AC repair crews in action for further information.
