Ductless mini-splits are powerful, efficient and versatile home comfort systems that have many advantages over more traditional alternatives. Nevertheless, they can run into trouble from time to time, and you must be ready when something goes wrong. Here’s some information about the kinds of problems that a ductless mini-split in Americus, GA, can experience and how to troubleshoot them.
Airflow Issues
Airflow difficulties threaten to severely derail your system’s performance, efficiency and physical integrity. Many things may hinder airflow through your ductless mini-split, but dirty filters are the most common cause. You can easily clean the filter in each of the system’s air handler units on your own. Remember to do so every two weeks.
Dirt may also get into your system’s coils, compressor or other parts, choking off airflow. Ask an HVAC maintenance service technician to clean the coils.
Condensate Leaks
Ductless mini-splits produce condensation and have means of getting rid of it. Sometimes, your ductless mini-split may leak water. Dirty coils, filthy filters, cracked drain pans, and obstructed drainage lines may all create or contribute to this unfortunate issue.
Refrigerant Leaks
Lastly, there’s the distinct possibility that, at some point during its service life, your ductless mini-split may leak refrigerant. This gaseous substance is absolutely essential to the system’s ability to perform heat transfer. If any leaks, expect to see a massive drop in system performance and efficiency. Refrigerant has a sweet and ether-like odor, and you may hear hissing or bubbling sounds coming from your ductless mini-split while there’s a leak.
Refrigerant is toxic. Since attempting to stop a leak would expose you to the risk of accidentally inhaling some of it, you should never do this on your own. Instead, alert HVAC service technicians to the existence of the leak so that they can handle the problem.
For any issue afflicting your mini-split, there’s a solution. Call Walker Brothers Heating & Air Conditioning to ask for our ductless mini-split services offered in and around Americus, GA.
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