8 Reasons Why Your AC is Freezing Up

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  • Опубліковано 8 чер 2024
  • Is your air conditioner freezing up inside or outside? There are a few reasons why the AC condenser and evaporator coil can freeze over. In this video I go over 8 reasons why an AC system could freeze and explain why it happens and what needs to be done to fix the problem. In short, the causes of an air conditioner freezing can be causes by: a dirty furnace filter, too many close vents or blocked returns, unit low on Freon, thermostat set too low, bad blower motor, bad control board in furnace, restricted metering device, and a plugged evaporator coil.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 964

  • @WordofAdviceTV
    @WordofAdviceTV  10 місяців тому +6

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    • @salrusso1233
      @salrusso1233 10 місяців тому

      Also running ac on cool nights with no low ambient

    • @weswest951
      @weswest951 7 місяців тому

      Blower motor

  • @bradb9957
    @bradb9957 3 роки тому +348

    So many repair UA-cam guys beat around the bush for 5 minutes. Not this guy. Just the facts, fast and understandable. Kudos.

    • @jelianmcdougallcummings9691
      @jelianmcdougallcummings9691 2 роки тому

      Thanks

    • @EXECUTIVE_LUCKY
      @EXECUTIVE_LUCKY 2 роки тому +3

      That’s exactly why he’s my personal favorite.

    • @bensharp8498
      @bensharp8498 Рік тому

      Amen

    • @janetshelton8948
      @janetshelton8948 9 місяців тому

      1 of my pipes in the basement froze up. I shut the A/C Hvac off, I change the filter, kept it off all night. Should I start it back up to see if that did the trick? 🥺😱

  • @bobo-wankenobi6951
    @bobo-wankenobi6951 Рік тому +44

    As an HVAC tech, I appreciate not being called out for a dirty filter and the other simple reasons you have explained. Cheers

  • @freedomring4813
    @freedomring4813 3 роки тому +62

    11 o'clock at night and I need to get to sleep....just one more UA-cam video....just one more......... But I'm learning so much.

    • @MissesVp
      @MissesVp 2 роки тому +3

      Ha ha right!?!?!

    • @Romeo-er5cv
      @Romeo-er5cv 2 роки тому +1

      Haha it’s literally 11 pm as I’m reading this comment and trying to figure out my frozen ac

    • @eddiesutton9759
      @eddiesutton9759 2 роки тому

      More like 6:17

  • @jefferygreene8538
    @jefferygreene8538 2 роки тому +12

    I like this guy. Straight to the point. He should do a series of Master classes on home AC repair and get paid $$$

  • @ge3466
    @ge3466 5 років тому +22

    Thanks, Its Saturday, my air handler is semi frozen up, and my air guy won't be here till Monday.You have given me some peace of mind.

  • @brianholden7768
    @brianholden7768 Рік тому +15

    This guy is phenomenal! Concise and to the point. Keep up the great work.

  • @andresbarragan8595
    @andresbarragan8595 Рік тому +4

    From Chicago exelent 8 reason why inside and outside unit is freezing up thank you so much

  • @christopheracob3689
    @christopheracob3689 2 роки тому +5

    this guy really helped a lot of practitioners/technical guys in solving issues that are commonly encountered by normal users of AC regardless of manufacturers or make of the unit....

  • @tommygossett
    @tommygossett 5 років тому +14

    Very concise and to the point, which is exactly what anyone in need of quick and helpful information is looking for. Thank you.

  • @spelunkerd
    @spelunkerd 5 років тому +29

    A little understanding goes a long way, brilliant summary.

  • @Ponimaju
    @Ponimaju 4 роки тому +34

    This was an incredibly helpful video and one of the many reasons that UA-cam is such a great resource for DIYers. I'm still not sure exactly why my AC was freezing up but in a 9 minute video I came to learn an incredible amount about how HVAC systems work as a whole, and was able to explore many of the potential faults you listed with my own system to probe them for problems.

    • @Desaree1
      @Desaree1 9 місяців тому +1

      Imagine 3 years later UA-cam is still the shizit for having guys like this to lead us throughout our trying times.. It's a WIN seeing how the majority of us cannot afford to have the pros come and do it!! THANK YOU YT and this sweet man that's giving us the skinny!!

  • @NoName-vq3zo
    @NoName-vq3zo 2 роки тому +68

    May the Almighty bless you and your family for educating the people who are not savvy to these knowledge.

  • @robertc3172
    @robertc3172 2 роки тому +3

    Wish you lived near me! Seem like a guy who is honest and loves his job.

  • @lisaswain6309
    @lisaswain6309 5 років тому +23

    Best video for A/C freezing up

  • @EnoI539
    @EnoI539 3 роки тому +5

    Woke up and my AC was iced out. Thx for the video.

  • @ChauNguyen-of3fs
    @ChauNguyen-of3fs 5 років тому +25

    AWESOME PICTURES!!! Real life examples. Thank you.

  • @Vincent575
    @Vincent575 Рік тому +23

    You are definitely awesome. Thank you so very much. You made it simple, concise and an excellent explanation. He also gave hope it is much appreciated. God bless you.

    • @rrttrt
      @rrttrt 10 місяців тому

      Thank u

  • @zacharaswaby2429
    @zacharaswaby2429 3 роки тому +5

    👏👏this man us a genius!!.
    The way u explain everything is way better than anyone else I've listen to!!

  • @mikefixac
    @mikefixac 3 роки тому +2

    I've gotten a chance to watch a number of your videos since coming across your channel. Please accept my sincerest thanks for all that you've taught me. I love UA-cam and it's YTers like you that make this site so fantastic.

  • @elcidlord
    @elcidlord 5 років тому +11

    Great video! I used these 8 reasons yesterday and it was the capacitor on the blower motor. Quick fix!. This was a neighbors house [younger couple]. I asked have they changed the filter[s]. They replied, "What are filters". They had 2 return air ducts. Oooooo baby! Those filters were in there for years! Thank you so much.

    • @WordofAdviceTV
      @WordofAdviceTV  5 років тому +3

      Glad to hear you were able to get it fixed! :) Thank you for commenting!

    • @elcidlord
      @elcidlord 4 роки тому +3

      His dad across the street a/c down same day. I found loose wire. Furnace repair last winter and repairman didn't connect wire. Works great!
      day@@WordofAdviceTV

  • @mariobryant8803
    @mariobryant8803 4 роки тому +8

    Straight to the point on what this guy is mentioning here

  • @SirDanielE
    @SirDanielE 19 днів тому +2

    Thank you for being a helpful human🙏🏼

  • @jrchicago9216
    @jrchicago9216 5 років тому +152

    To the point, no fluff, appropriately detailed. Thank you!

    • @WordofAdviceTV
      @WordofAdviceTV  5 років тому +5

      Glad you liked it! Thank you for commenting!

    • @tycobb8621
      @tycobb8621 4 роки тому +2

      Yup, all of this guy's vids are top shelf!

  • @kcbody
    @kcbody 4 роки тому +6

    Thanks so much! I worked on four of your reasons and it appears my AC is back to cooling!!

  • @aaronestrada7354
    @aaronestrada7354 4 роки тому +16

    These videos are some of the best in explaining hvac systems. I consider you one of the best instructors on UA-cam videos in this industry. I'm aspiring to be a technician in the industry and before I start classes I wanted to get a better understanding so I don't get intimidated by the technical terminology, your videos are really helping to break it down for me. Thank you. You are one of the few people to get a like and subscription from me. 👍

    • @WordofAdviceTV
      @WordofAdviceTV  4 роки тому +1

      I'm happy to hear the video was able to earn a like and subscribe! :) You will definitely be ahead of the pack if you are actually taking the time to self-study! I wish I did that before/during hvac school. But then again I don't think there was much hvac content on UA-cam back then.. (6 years ago)

  • @bigbear-cr4jr
    @bigbear-cr4jr 2 роки тому +2

    Finally someone explaining properly

  • @f-j-Services
    @f-j-Services 4 роки тому +9

    2:30 thank you for actually varifying this information, I was not able to verify by searching "short shot ac unit, more room for expansion" and stuff along the lines of that. Nice info too!

  • @howardatwood3441
    @howardatwood3441 4 роки тому +5

    Great/clear video on potential causes, and what to check/work through before having to call A/C Repair (i.e. if refrigerant issue).

  • @davidnguyen5028
    @davidnguyen5028 4 роки тому +8

    Thank you for the list. People like you made UA-cam a successful place.

    • @WordofAdviceTV
      @WordofAdviceTV  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks David! Glad you liked the video! :)

  • @jeffgriffith5594
    @jeffgriffith5594 11 місяців тому +1

    A property I manage just had this problem. Great video for the homeowner to watch. I forwarded the link to them. There's no sense having a technician come out until the system is no longer iced up.

  • @scout7198
    @scout7198 4 роки тому +5

    Thank you, thank you!! My ac condensor and lines outside are solid white ice, and no AC in the house. I reset the circuit breaker and the ice melted and now have cold air coming out of registers. I will inspect my 18-year old A coil for dirt. My filter was new and I change filters regularly. You were very informative in your video.

  • @jaimegonzalez6926
    @jaimegonzalez6926 5 років тому +8

    Very helpful video I have been learning a lot from your videos keep up the good work and thanks for your time

  • @thomasshingleton9289
    @thomasshingleton9289 2 роки тому +13

    Love this guy, right to the point! I've had 2 companies out in the last 2 weeks. None of them helped, they just said we need a new unit! My wife's been telling me that for years!;) Anyway, a new low restriction filter and a good cleaning of the coils and the problem is fixed! Thanks!!!

    • @Desaree1
      @Desaree1 9 місяців тому

      awesome sauce

    • @richardsapp9575
      @richardsapp9575 9 місяців тому

      If your ac plenum is too small in a upflow can that cause your unit to freeze up?

  • @surujnarinepundit137
    @surujnarinepundit137 2 роки тому +1

    Bro your videos are so to the point and as an hvac tech I have learnt so much from watching your videos. God bless you . Thanks for your help.

  • @richardrumplik7023
    @richardrumplik7023 4 роки тому +1

    Great job of covering the points and why And what Not to Do . I’m a DIY guy . I had a coil replaced after 10 years of having a slow leak ever since the system was installed in my new home. The person who sold it and did the install would come and check it and said there was no leaks found but the system was low on Freon . I have a propane heat split system . 30 ft of copper lines ! Which were all exposed in my basement rafters ! and I’ve replaced my motor run capacitor before. Later the condenser motor!

  • @joerobinson2538
    @joerobinson2538 5 років тому +5

    Best advice I’ve seen on UA-cam !

  • @donaldtopar
    @donaldtopar 3 роки тому +8

    I never leave comments but felt you should know that this was a great video. To the point and detailed. It’s appreciated. Now let’s see if I can fix my issue lol

  • @brianglatzer5056
    @brianglatzer5056 3 роки тому +2

    Great video. Short, concise, to the point and extremely informative! thanks!

  • @emacdaqt350
    @emacdaqt350 2 роки тому +3

    Thanks brotha! From Los angeles california!!! You’re the man! Thank you for your videos, when ever i am in a pinch 🤏 i always find the answer to my problems through your teachings! Thank you once again! And keep the videos coming!

  • @mark.r8900
    @mark.r8900 5 років тому +21

    this man is awesome. thanks.

  • @christopherchester6618
    @christopherchester6618 3 роки тому +3

    Very well done. Easy to follow and great level of detail.

  • @Dragon_rls
    @Dragon_rls 2 роки тому +1

    This video was a huge help. I had my return blocked. I unblocked it, and the problem got resolved.

  • @lisajon1218
    @lisajon1218 3 роки тому +1

    Really right to the point about what issues could be causing the problem I have and I appreciate it very much. Thank you!

  • @kirk326
    @kirk326 5 років тому +3

    Thanks. Another great straightforward and informative video

  • @rogerhupp3115
    @rogerhupp3115 11 місяців тому +3

    Excellent information. Mine turned out to be a fouled (dirty) evap coil. I had to cut a "window" in the side and use a shop vac with a brush extension. Ran to the local HVAC shop and they sheared a piece of scrap to 1" oversized in both directions in the measurement of the "window". They were nice enough to give me some self tapping sheet metal screws. Pre-drilled holes in the cover, used those as a guide to drill the holes in the plenum with the self tappers and dry fit the cover. The next part is going a little overboard, but I drew a line around the new cover (using it as a guide), removed the cover, smeared a little grease on the plenum only from the drawn line, in. Put a bead of silicone 1/4" in of the parameter of the cover, set it to the side for an hour while I poured myself a bourbon and watched some videos on the tube of the yous. Then, reinstalled the cover just enough to slightly compress the silicone bead. This system is only 5 years old so I'm sure I'll be the one removing the cover again. If not, I left instructions on the side of the plenum for the next guy, or gal.

  • @mip00v1
    @mip00v1 2 роки тому +2

    Absolutely a best explanation. I feel this guy is honest so if I have to do check it repair AC, I will go through him. Thank you to you.

  • @bradbrower6011
    @bradbrower6011 3 роки тому +2

    This is the first video I've seen that the person sounds knowledgeable, while I question the freezing up due to thermostat being set to low the other 7 points are accurate but I guess it could happen with lack of airflow over extended time but if the system is correct it shouldn't, but I guess that part of the point anyway. Just wanted to say thanks for at least one person on utube that knows what they are talking about . Sometimes I feel like I am the only one that knows what there doing in the industry so it was refreshing to see someone with some knowledge out there giving true information

  • @sergiosalegio4449
    @sergiosalegio4449 5 років тому +35

    Best video on ac I have watched so far about this matter . thumps,up

  • @nicklopez8407
    @nicklopez8407 3 роки тому +3

    Straight forward presentation, I think it’s great

  • @takeniteasyfriend
    @takeniteasyfriend 4 роки тому

    Excellent presentation. 9 minutes worth every second.

  • @LIGHTBEARER4JESUS777
    @LIGHTBEARER4JESUS777 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks, it really helped me understand what is going on with my air conditioner. You explain things really well.

  • @alexunlv
    @alexunlv 2 роки тому +4

    This guy comes across as so trust worthy, I just want him to take my money and fix my AC.

    • @NoName-vq3zo
      @NoName-vq3zo 2 роки тому

      I too wish he was near my vicinity. His town should be counting their blessings to have him among their midst.

  • @MrsReed1017
    @MrsReed1017 3 роки тому +9

    Ours froze for 2 reasons, first we were leaving the back door open for our cat to come in and out and the humidity was to high. Second we set the temperature way to low at night. Thanks for the Video!

  • @michaelbarnett1315
    @michaelbarnett1315 2 роки тому +1

    Wow, this is so helpful. Best video on ac repair I’ve seen so far. Great job.

  • @kennethbutler5866
    @kennethbutler5866 4 роки тому +1

    this is very helpful, i look at this one over and over cause my unit unit keep doing it.

  • @tghimirey6714
    @tghimirey6714 5 років тому +11

    Let me add two other reasons for system freezing
    1. If there is a zone system and one of the damper is not working.
    2. If the wireless thermostat is low on batteries the wireless communication will cut of then system will freeze up.
    Enjoyed watching your video
    Keep it up

    • @WordofAdviceTV
      @WordofAdviceTV  5 років тому +1

      Awesome! Thanks for adding those

    • @triceteam904
      @triceteam904 4 роки тому

      Yes!!! The damper is what i was looking for. Thanks for helping me remember this.

    • @ashleyheard4032
      @ashleyheard4032 3 роки тому

      Omg thanks bc mines definitely says low

  • @gregorybabiak5845
    @gregorybabiak5845 Рік тому +3

    Excellent, thank you. Two additional reasons: the outside AC Fins may be dirty. Take the time to spray them with a good non-corrosive cleaner, let that sit for 5-10 minutes, the hose off with a brisk spray that won’t damage the fins. Done twice a year, beginning & end of season may help. Regular maintenance is worth the effort to save you lots of $$$$. Also, when was the last time your entire house Duct work was cleaned out? It’s amazing what & how much “stuff” accumulates within them.

  • @davidareta5046
    @davidareta5046 4 роки тому +2

    You say the truth a lot of techniques never say that there's a lot of people that always say you need a new split system or package unit

  • @Genesis2kx
    @Genesis2kx 8 місяців тому +2

    1 Additional reason to add here. Faulty/dirty/old electrical contactor at the outside compressor getting stuck in the ON position causing it to stay on indefinitely past the thermostat set temp which eventually freezes up the lines outside and possibly inside as seen here.

  • @jeremythevirushuang6303
    @jeremythevirushuang6303 4 роки тому +3

    I listened to every second of it. You’re very informative. Subscribed and liked! Thank you!

    • @WordofAdviceTV
      @WordofAdviceTV  4 роки тому +1

      Happy to hear you liked the video! Thank you for watching, commenting, and subscribing!! :)

  • @jmejnovotney8942
    @jmejnovotney8942 4 роки тому +5

    Good looking out man, just turned the fan on to thaw it out.

  • @Lumenjensen777
    @Lumenjensen777 2 дні тому

    #9…. Stuck contactor. I appreciate you and all your videos so much man keep it up!

  • @ronking5787
    @ronking5787 2 роки тому +1

    Great video, clear narrative and visual presentation. Thank you for not spending the first five minutes boasting about your a abilities, you demonstrated your abilities just fine. Thank you for the video

  • @angelaknight1206
    @angelaknight1206 5 років тому +12

    Your videos are awesome!!

  • @earnestthompson6763
    @earnestthompson6763 4 роки тому +3

    Another great video! Number 9 could be a stuck or frozen contactor on your condenser love your videos keep up the great work....

  • @oglerdeleon9494
    @oglerdeleon9494 4 роки тому +2

    Are you kidding me I love this guy

  • @josegutierrez6640
    @josegutierrez6640 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks for share .
    I install a 4 ton unit but is freze maybe a extra return grill or debris on the piston.
    First time but you learn something all the time.

  • @missme3331
    @missme3331 2 роки тому +4

    thanks! being a girl, who knows zero about this, your info has been super informative; to-the-point, and VERY HELPFUL! thank you!!!!! only regret, I wish you were in my area so I could call YOU to fix my A/C btw, just because this was so awesome, I subscribed, liked, and shared!

  • @jamesrooney7689
    @jamesrooney7689 5 років тому +3

    great advice

  • @ronnieshawidakis8776
    @ronnieshawidakis8776 4 роки тому +2

    I love it! I just got my two big units fixed (new house that we are fixing up), so I watched Roberto do it and felt comfortable troubleshooting an AC unit. Your video was so helpful I confirmed the blower fan motor in the furnace was ok. I knew the freon level was okay and so discovered my filter was dirty dirty dirty. I had sanded the floors before we moved in and this was the only unit working, the smallest, oldest 2002 Trane for one large room. Must be the circuit board then.. it is so old I couldn't find a diagram of the circuit, so wasn't sure which two wires to connect. Ordered a new part, but in the meantime I just moved the blower motor fan with my hand to spin it. Once it started spinning the AC kicked on and blew cold. I have to do it after it shuts off each time but until my control panel comes in; in works!!

    • @WordofAdviceTV
      @WordofAdviceTV  4 роки тому +2

      Hey Ronnie! Glad to hear the videos are helpful! It's good that the unit is working for now but from what you described, it sounds like a dead/weak blower motor capacitor, not a bad control board. Just thought I would give you a heads up. Stay cool!

  • @davidlam9977
    @davidlam9977 4 роки тому +2

    you're very professional, i love your channel, all videos are very clear and detail. Thank you so much !

    • @WordofAdviceTV
      @WordofAdviceTV  4 роки тому +1

      Happy to hear you're liking the videos! Thank you for watching and commenting!

  • @chavojuny
    @chavojuny 5 років тому +3

    Thanks. Your videos have been helpful and you do a good job explaining in a simple way. Can you make a video explaining the difference of max amperage and inrush amperage. My meter only reads inrush amperage and my buddies reads max amperage. Inrush is always higher. It confuses me because sometimes my inrush exceeds the LRA.

  • @justinw923
    @justinw923 5 років тому +4

    Man your videos Are very very helpful 👌🏽

  • @johnkhan9991
    @johnkhan9991 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome Video. Very helpful. All the Repair guys need to take pointers from this guy on how to make a concise videos. Loved it. Thank you

  • @EMAILSANJEEVJOSHI
    @EMAILSANJEEVJOSHI 2 роки тому +1

    Very useful video. My outside condenser fan was buzzing but never starting. Replaced the capacitor outside and it started to run.
    Next day I noticed it iced up outside on the condenser. Went to the attic and checked the blower motor. It is a little cumbersome check. However the motor was "just hot" to touch. Changed the thermostat to Heat and cranked up the temperature. The blower motor did not come up even when the furnace lit up. Switched the power off to furnace. Replaced the blower capacitor. Switched the power on. This time the furnace and blower motor both came on. Changed the thermostat back to Cool. Works now. No more icing. Changing the motor will be a lot more difficult task.

  • @J-O-H-N
    @J-O-H-N 5 років тому +6

    Better explained, Lack of air flow or some sort of air restriction causes a drop of evaporator temperature.
    Also, the refrigerant absorbs the heat out of the air in the home. You said it backwards.
    Awesome you took the time to explain to everyone, thx.
    Ps. look up vapor saturation temperature and what superheat actually means.

    • @WordofAdviceTV
      @WordofAdviceTV  5 років тому

      Thanks for the corrections and extra pointers John! Stay cool ;)

  • @paradoxdea
    @paradoxdea 4 роки тому +15

    When my evap "A"coil iced up, I removed the access panel, used my wife's hairdryer, set it to "low" heat; it took about an hour to thaw it out. Great video!!

    • @klutch14u
      @klutch14u 3 роки тому

      Time is the best option, you can get to the outside of the A shape of the coils but if don't remove the center cover and get up between them you'll still have ice inside, which is where air flow starts. Ice remaining inside will likely cause it to ice again because air flow is still a problem.

    • @cashbull59
      @cashbull59 3 роки тому

      Or turn on the furnace for 20 minutes? That will melt any ice.

    • @dannyalvens5418
      @dannyalvens5418 3 роки тому +1

      All you have to do is.Turn the AC off and just turn the fan on.the heat from the air in the air in the house will melt the ice naturally...once the ice is all gone,Make sure your filter is clean if it wasn't and turn your unit back on.If it runs fine,Then it is alright...but if it starts to freeze back up call a service tech..

  • @phillipsalois2427
    @phillipsalois2427 4 роки тому +2

    Went through these videos and was able to diagnose that the capacitor on the air handler blower fan was the issue. Watched this video and the one about blower fans not working and save $300. Great video!

    • @WordofAdviceTV
      @WordofAdviceTV  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you for leaving comments Phillip! Glad to hear that you were able to find and fix the problem!

  • @sheldonking1743
    @sheldonking1743 Рік тому +1

    Extremely informative and helpful. Thank you

  • @jeffclore4738
    @jeffclore4738 4 роки тому +7

    Going to HVAC school and I watch your videos to get a further understanding and different perspective from what I’m being taught. Your videos are awesome and very informative. Thanks!

    • @WordofAdviceTV
      @WordofAdviceTV  4 роки тому +4

      Glad to hear the videos are helpful! Thank you for watching and commenting! Good luck with school!

  • @billyjoe3014
    @billyjoe3014 5 років тому +72

    Sir, YOUR ARE A SAINT!!
    A gift from the UA-cam Gods.

  • @sheseems
    @sheseems Рік тому +1

    Thank you. I just changed my filter not long ago and it was already plugged. Changed it again let it sit and melt with the fan on and I’m back in business. Thank goodness

  • @dmfb68
    @dmfb68 4 роки тому +1

    Right to the point great video. Only one thing, #9 stuck closed contactor in the outside unit. Very rare but it does happen.

  • @reallyfijateperocomocono1131
    @reallyfijateperocomocono1131 5 років тому +4

    Thanks for the word of advice! You got a new subbie here! Very informative!

  • @supremsumbakchill3685
    @supremsumbakchill3685 4 роки тому +3

    Hey nice advice I m starting on hvacr industry

  • @stefanssonman
    @stefanssonman 11 місяців тому +1

    Yup, awesome job!! Just the facts... Highly informative and well stepped out and walked through. I've watched a number of your videos and definitely help with the trouble shooting of a wide array of issues if you're bold capable enough.

  • @Mid-American
    @Mid-American Рік тому +1

    Thanks. Your videos are very complete and instructional.

  • @dominus6438
    @dominus6438 4 роки тому +8

    Thank you so much! Was having a problem with the line freezing. Checked the filter, because we have been doing painting, sanding, and generally moving things around. The filter was white and hardly no air was getting through! Just ran to the store and replaced the filter. While I was gone, I took the VERY dirty, filter out and My house already had cooled 4 degrees in the 15 minutes I was gone. We even have a thermostat that reminds you when to change the filter, so I didn't even think of it. Again, thank you so much!

    • @WordofAdviceTV
      @WordofAdviceTV  4 роки тому +1

      Glad to hear the video helped! :) Thank you for coming back to leave a comment, stay cool!

  • @MrG-hm7xs
    @MrG-hm7xs 4 роки тому +3

    I’m already a subscriber to your channel, I just wanted to let you know that your so damn good and you really know your stuff in HVAC I’m going to school for hvac with all this covid stuff going on we are doing classes on line right now and they there having us watch your videos that’s how much of a badass you are...keep up the great work...

  • @tdavis357
    @tdavis357 5 років тому +1

    Very well explained thanks for the refresher ....keep up the good work sir

  • @TroyDawes43
    @TroyDawes43 3 роки тому +2

    LOVE IT!! Straight to the point and you taught me many other reasons why a unit will ice up!! I just knew about the defrost, and sensor, low on r22 or whatever they're using now.. Persolanny I think this york heat pump is a pos. It's not completely freezing up but the condenser gets very frosted up. got the def set at every 1hr which is in the middle. when it gets really frosty I'll go out there and trip the defrost tester to make it defrost. however, it's defrosting every hour. I think it's low on refridgerant. the temp outside is 36 and it's frosted up.

  • @joncalleri1587
    @joncalleri1587 2 роки тому +4

    Thank you very much! This helps a lot! Our AC unit froze up 4 times in the last month. We called Reliance Home and Comfort and they sent 4 different guys to look at it. They all said nothing was wrong with the unit and to just keep the vents open.
    Each time it freezes, my wife, our 2 month old son and I sleep in the basement because we need to keep him cool. I'm hoping we can figure out what is going on and get it fixed. Thanks again, we really appreciate it. Looking forward to seeing more of your videos.

    • @richardfuller2326
      @richardfuller2326 2 роки тому +3

      Sounds like it's time to find another AC tech company!
      I had the same problem at work on a unit. Was using the same company for years with bad results. Finally called out another company, they looked up the information of the condenser, the evaporator and the air handler. Said all three were mismatched and could never perform right.
      They gave me a really good quote to replace the needed units. Worked flawlessly there after! I never looked back!
      Sometimes these so called professionals are self-taught.

  • @belayrebi8415
    @belayrebi8415 5 років тому +16

    I learned a lot of thing thank you

  • @danteyoutu
    @danteyoutu 3 роки тому +1

    Very well explained and summarized, thanks!

  • @imapc
    @imapc 3 роки тому

    Excellent information and very well presented. Thanks.

  • @ChronosCooper
    @ChronosCooper 4 роки тому +3

    Very informative video. Dude, ya have my respect. Thank you

    • @WordofAdviceTV
      @WordofAdviceTV  4 роки тому +2

      Glad to hear the video was useful! Thank you for the thumbs up comment! :)

  • @AliDosh
    @AliDosh 5 років тому +5

    Great job.. well done 👍🏻
    In addition I would add :
    - Thermostat failure causing compressor never shutting off .
    - Setting temperature very low while setting blower speed too low at the same time .
    - Too high humidity, while temperature is set too low .

    • @WordofAdviceTV
      @WordofAdviceTV  5 років тому +4

      Thank you!! Good additional reasons! I could have made 10 reasons if I thought of those :)

    • @davidbarnett342
      @davidbarnett342 5 років тому +1

      How cold is to cold to run my ac during humid days.

    • @AliDosh
      @AliDosh 5 років тому +1

      david barnett
      It depends on the efficiency of your AC, the proper air sealing of your room .. etc ..

  • @4theluvofnitrous740
    @4theluvofnitrous740 4 роки тому +1

    3rd video I picked and the only one I could sit through. Good job. Thanks for all the info.

    • @WordofAdviceTV
      @WordofAdviceTV  4 роки тому +2

      Happy to hear that my video qualified to be watched :) Thank you for commenting!

  • @luisreyes5394
    @luisreyes5394 Рік тому +1

    Awesome tutorial i was able to fix it by cleaning the evaporator and condensor ,thank you