Yorkton AC Refrigerant Leak Repair
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What Is Air Conditioner Refrigerant?
AC refrigerant is a chemical that the system uses to cool the air in your home. While most people think the air conditioner makes the air cold, it actually uses refrigerant and special coils to remove the heat from the air and then blow it back into the house.
When warm air passes over tubing containing refrigerant, the chemical absorbs heat and changes the air from a low-pressure gas into a high-pressure liquid.
The liquid is sent to the outside unit where a fan blows air over the coils to remove the heat. Then, the liquid is turned back into a gas and back into your home as cold air.
Is an AC Refrigerant Leak Dangerous?
Many people fail to notice refrigerant leaks because they mistake it for water or the gas evaporates quickly. If you happen to be near a leaking refrigerant line, you could suffer from health issues like dizziness and shortness of breath. Refrigerants that come into contact with your skin can cause rashes and burns. Lastly, pets don’t know the dangers of refrigerants, so be sure to be on guard for your furry friends. While most of these health risks aren’t life-threatening, it’s advised that you get a refrigerant leak fixed as quickly as possible to keep your AC running properly and to protect your household. Here are signs that you have a leak:
- The air doesn’t get as cold as it did before.
- The humidity in the house remains too high.
- The AC evaporator coils are frozen.
If you see any of the above signs or notice any other problems with your air conditioner, call the experts at Vetted HVAC Services as soon as possible.
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What Causes Refrigerant to Leak?
Many people think that the refrigerant or Freon gets used up by the air conditioner through daily use, but that isn’t what happens.
Freon loss is most often caused by tiny holes in the line that allow the gas-liquid to escape. Other common causes of refrigerant leaks are:
- Systems that were poorly installed.
- Defective manufacturing.
- Corroded metal refrigerant tubing.
Remember that it’s essential to fix a Freon leak as soon as you detect a problem because the longer you wait, the worse it gets.
