Have you observed white smoke coming from your air conditioner? You probably looked for burned or shorted wires in your air conditioner. However, you didn't notice anything was amiss. So, what could be the source of this white smoke?
Two things could cause white smoke in your air conditioner. Here you can see what Phoenix AC repair service professionals say is the cause for this.
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 of a clogged drain hole that needs to be cleaned.
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 determine that the smoke is caused by pooled water in the drain hole, the only option is to pump the water out. As far as the homeowner is concerned, make sure the drainpipe is free of water or anything else that could obstruct good airflow.
Cold Meets Warm And Condenses
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. In addition, 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. Also, make an appointment to have your air conditioner inspected regularly.
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.
Get Help To Check White Smoke With Phoenix 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 call Rescue One Air for help.
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