Air conditioner condensation is produced during the normal functioning of an HVAC unit. An HVAC unit works by blowing air over a series of pipes (coils) that have hot or cold refrigerant flowing through them. Condensation forms on coils that are colder than the ambient temperature, just like condensation forms on an ice cold drink glass. The condensation flows down the coils and into the bottom of the unit.
Condensate Line Clogs
Normally, all of the condensate flows out through the air conditioner’s condensation line that is often plumbed directly into the sewer line. However, problems arise when the condensate line becomes clogged, leading condensation to overflow into the drain pan. If this pan’s drain line becomes clogged, an overflow can occur leading to water damage to the home or building’s flooring, walls, or even ceiling.
Condensate line clogs occur due to a buildup of algae, fungus, and bacteria that thrive in condensation. These organisms need moisture, food, darkness, and temperatures above 60 degrees. Hot, humid climates will create not only more condensation but more favorable conditions for bacteria to thrive.
How eTrapp Works
eTrapp cleans condensate as it flows out of the HVAC system and into the condensate drain line using a proprietary chemical compound. The bacteria die, leaving clean water flowing through the line. Clogs don’t form and block the drainage, so overflows don’t occur.
You can keep your system running optimally by regularly changing out your air filters. This action traps most of the dust and debris from entering the system. Schedule a professional HVAC technician annually to clean the system and ensure everything is running as it should.
eTrapp eliminates the need to regularly add bleach water to the air conditioner condensation line or apply drain pan tablets to your secondary method of condensation draining. Contact us here or email us at info@edelta.com to learn more about eTrapp.