All You Need To Know About AC Evaporator Coils

One of the most common air conditioning services involves routine maintenance or cleaning of the air filter. It ensures the maximum efficiency of your AC. Clogged air filters lower the efficiency by allowing the dirt to pass through the filter and penetrate in the evaporator coil. This minimizes the heat absorbing capability of the coil. It also spikes energy bills as energy consumption increases.

A broken down air conditioner can create a serious problem especially during the summer when it is continuously in use. It's essential to invest in air conditioning services on a timely basis to avoid any hassle later.

Special importance should be given to the maintenance of the evaporator coil since it's an essential component in the air conditioner.

Evaporator Coil

The evaporator coil plays a huge role in providing cool air. Its main function is to absorb heat and decrease the temperature inside the room.

It is either attached to a furnace or placed inside an air handler. It functions in combination with a condenser coil to run the heat exchange process smoothly.

How It Functions

Your air conditioner does not automatically produce cool air, the evaporator coil placed inside the air handler allows it to do it. Most of the air conditioner evaporators comprise U-shaped tubes or panels.

The panels are covered with metal also called “fins.” The fins push the flow of air closer to the evaporator coil to maximize the cooling effect of the refrigerant.

The evaporator coil consists of evaporated refrigerant. The flow of refrigerant allows the blower fan to pour the room’s hot air onto the coil. Thus, the refrigerant present inside the evaporator absorbs the heat and produces cold air.

Importance of Evaporator Coil

Cleaning the evaporator coil is essential for a functional AC. Clogged coils not only lower the energy efficiency of your air conditioner but also cause problems such as a frozen evaporator coil, overheating compressor, a spike in energy bills, low capacity of cooling and heat absorption, etc.

 

Why Do Evaporator Coils Freeze?

It's always alarming to have frost build-up on your evaporator coil. If the AC keeps running with a frozen evaporator coil, chances are that the AC system will fail to work. This will lead to AC installation or repair services.  

It is suggested to follow the regular cleaning process of ACs as even a layer of dust on the coil, clogged air filter, refrigerant leak, debris accumulated on the condenser, all these factors contribute to a frozen evaporator. A frozen evaporator increases the temperature inside the compression which results in system failure.

Signs That Indicate a Frozen Coil

Noticing the signs of a frozen coil may save on air conditioner repair costs. Here are a few signs that indicate your AC has a frozen evaporator coil.

· Look for any ice frost around the refrigerant line.

· Check out the air handler for any moisture accumulation.

· Is your AC producing more water? Chances are that there is a clog in the drainpipe.

You should use air conditioner services at least twice a year and especially before the summer to ensure that your AC works properly throughout the season.

Are you struggling with the airflow of your AC? Contact Florida Breeze Air and Heat or email at comfortac@aol.com to know more about what went wrong with your AC. The company offers a variety of services accommodating to all its clients.