Why Is My Air Conditioner Frozen?
When your air conditioner is iced over, your home can heat up quickly. This is a common, though frustrating, problem, and it’s one you should learn how to troubleshoot. It doesn’t matter what type of air conditioner you have—it can freeze up if conditions are right, and failure to address the problem could lead to costly damage to the unit. Keep reading for some common reasons why your air conditioner may be icing over. Understanding How the AC Unit Works Your air conditioner uses a principle of thermodynamics to make your home feel cooler. This principle states that as a gas expands, its pressure and temperature both decrease. Similarly, as it is compressed, the temperature and pressure increase. In the air conditioner, the evaporator coil expands the...
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