The first thing you should know is that ice development on your air conditioner is absolutely not normal. We understand why you might see ice on your AC system and think that it simply means your system is working too well. But your air conditioner is there to cool the air, not to create sub-freezing temperatures. An AC that is freezing over is definitely a good reason to call in West Palm Beach, FL air conditioning repair professionals.
Keep reading to learn more about when ice may actually form on your air conditioner, and how it’s able to. We should mention, not all causes of this problem are terribly serious, but one of them can be. Also, the results of ice itself can have serious consequences for your cooling system. It’s always better to be safe than sorry—so after ruling out an obvious quick fix, be sure to give us a call.
The outside unit of your air conditioner is called the condenser unit, and it serves an essential function. Your cooling system doesn’t simply “create” cold air. Instead, since cooling is not an energy that can be generated, the air conditioner removes heat from a space first. Refrigerant—a chemical heat-transfer fluid—absorbs the heat from inside your home and releases it outside, thanks to the condenser unit.
