{"id":954,"date":"2019-08-26T11:00:57","date_gmt":"2019-08-26T15:00:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fulmerheatcool.com\/blog\/?p=954"},"modified":"2019-08-22T13:56:41","modified_gmt":"2019-08-22T17:56:41","slug":"problem-bad-drain-line","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fulmerheatcool.com\/blog\/air-conditioning-service\/problem-bad-drain-line\/","title":{"rendered":"The Problem with a Bad Drain Line"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-gallery alignright columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fulmerheatcool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/iStock-184376818_800x533.jpg\" alt=\"AC-unit-topview\" data-id=\"740\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.fulmerheatcool.com\/blog\/air-conditioning-service\/successful-ac-installation\/attachment\/residential-air-conditioner-condensing-unit-fan\/\" class=\"wp-image-740\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fulmerheatcool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/iStock-184376818_800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.fulmerheatcool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/iStock-184376818_800x533-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.fulmerheatcool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/iStock-184376818_800x533-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve reached that point in the summer where our technicians are buzzing around Irmo like worker bees fixing air conditioning problems. The disastrous combination of the high heat and homeowner procrastination surrounding air conditioning issues can really affect your home comfort. If you\u2019re a homeowner who has noticed some leakage happening, it might be time for you to contact our professionals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We specialize in <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"\/service-areas\/irmo-sc-hvac\" target=\"_blank\">air conditioning repair in Irmo, SC<\/a>. You can rely on our full team of professionals to perform an amazing job on your air conditioning repairs. If you need reliable service that\u2019s sure to keep your home in great shape then we\u2019re the team members to call. Get in touch with us today. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s an AC Drain Line?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your air conditioning drain line (professionally referred to\nas a condensate line) is one of the most important aspects of your HVAC system\nas a whole. This is a component of your air conditioning system that wears many\ndifferent hats. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your air conditioning drain line is in charge of draining the excess moisture from your house. When the air in your home is cooled, humidity is also released in the process. This humidity eventually turns into condensation. This condensation has to go somewhere. You can\u2019t just leave this type of moisture sitting in your system\u2014this is where your condensate drain comes in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your condensate line is a drain line that leads outdoors to remove excess moisture. This task is especially important during the summer. Moisture is the enemy of a healthy, functioning HVAC system. If you don\u2019t have a healthy AC drain line, you run the risk of developing mold spores, mildew, corrosion, and other problems. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Tell If You Have a Bad AC Drain Line<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>So how can you tell if you\u2019re having trouble with a bad AC\ndrain line? Watch out for any form of HVAC inefficiency! If you\u2019re having\ntrouble getting your air conditioner to cool your home consistently, cool your\nhome at all, or just cool your home for the right price, the problem could\nactually be with your AC drain line. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, it\u2019s common for drain lines to become clogged with dirt, dust, debris, or even ice during those super cold winter days we\u2019ve had in the past few years here in South Carolina. If you notice that your air conditioner constantly cycles on and off without cooling off your home in the right way or that the system struggles to turn on, it might be time for you to call our professional team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Professional Service Matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can\u2019t trust any air conditioning technician off the street.\nYou want a professional team that really understands how to service an air\nconditioning system because you really can\u2019t afford to go without one here in our\nSouth Carolina heat. If you need a professional team we can be of service to\nyou in a flash. Don\u2019t trust anyone else with a service this vital. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"text-align:center\"><strong>Contact our professionals at Fulmer Heating &amp; Cooling today to <a href=\"\/contact\/schedule-service\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">schedule an appointment<\/a> with our professionals. We\u2019ll get your air conditioner back in shape in no time.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Got a bad condensate drain line? 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