Why is My AC Unit Freezing Up (and What Can I Do About It)?

You count on your air conditioner to perform well all summer long in this part of North Carolina. This is a great place to live, but no one wants to spend a hot summer day without air conditioning. If your AC unit keeps freezing up, you need to find the right solution as soon as possible to get back on track.

To fix your Greensboro AC system right the right time, there is only one call to make – connect with the Berico team and schedule your appointment immediately. Berico will make sure your home is cool and comfortable again as soon as possible!

Airflow Blockage

One of the first things to check with your AC unit when it is freezing up is the airflow that is available to the outdoor unit. The part of the air conditioner that sits outside of your home needs to have plenty of free air available around it. As the fan inside the unit spins, the air should move across the coils, taking the heat energy from inside and dumping it outside.

If there is anything blocking off free airflow, like too much vegetation accumulated around the unit, problems may arise. Be sure to keep the area around the outdoor unit as clear as possible so the system can breathe properly and work as it should.

Low Refrigerant Levels

The refrigerant in your air conditioning system is what allows it to effectively cool down your home. That refrigerant “soaks up” heat from inside the house and takes it outside where it is released. However, if there isn’t enough refrigerant in the system, the process won’t work effectively, and you might wind up with a frozen unit.

Your solution here is to call in the professionals for help. Adding refrigerant to your system, or even checking the levels, is a job for a licensed and experienced pro. Bring in assistance and have the refrigerant topped off, if necessary, to get back up and running.

Dirty Air Filter

Another likely possibility is one that is easy to fix on your own. The air filter that serves your HVAC system needs to be replaced regularly, as it will get dirty quite quickly with consistent use. If you haven’t swapped out the filter in a while, your system is probably struggling to breathe, and it might freeze up as a result. Fortunately, replacement air filters are relatively cheap to purchase, and you can install them yourself. Take care of this task consistently during the summer to make sure your air conditioner lives up to its potential.

Many Services Available

Berico is a leading provider of heating and air services in the Greensboro area. In addition to AC repair work, Berico also offers furnace repair, air quality services, and on and on. Whether you have worked with Berico before or this will be your first time, you are in for a great experience. Call now to get started.